Vocab. Unit 1 Long Way Gone

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Fancy word for a bad bruise.

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contusion

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Body of knowledge or tradition passed down orally in a culture.

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Lore

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A person who moves from place to place for work.

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itinerant

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fruitful or highly productive

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prolific

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Inexpensive lodging for young travelers in dorms

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hostel

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Curious mix of things, like liquids stirred in a cup or an elaborate story to explain unfinished homework.

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concoction

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Something in the way, an obstacle.

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hindrance

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Aspect of the environment that surrounds you in a mellow way.

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ambient

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Marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness

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enamored

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Unnecessary decorative detail to attract you

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embellishment