Vocabulary • Ch 17 - Hoot • Context Clues

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Meaning of 'illustrate'

Back

To show or explain something with pictures

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Meaning of 'taunt'

Back

To mock or tease someone in a mean way

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Meaning of 'apprehend'

Back

To catch or arrest someone

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Stifle

Back

To hold back or stop something

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Meaning of 'bewilder'

Back

To confuse or puzzle someone

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Meaning of 'pennant'

Back

A flag or banner to represent a team

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Meaning of 'taut'

Back

Stretched tightly, not loose or slack

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Meaning of 'vacate'

Back

To leave or move out of a place

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Meaning of 'artificial'

Back

Made or created by people, not naturally occurring

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Rankle

Back

To cause anger or resentment