Grade 6 Unit 1 Lesson 5.1

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Cleaver

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A heavy knife with a broad blade, used for chopping.

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Girth

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The measurement around something, especially a person's waist or a horse's chest.

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Nobleman

Back

A man of high social rank.

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Indentured servant

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A person who agrees to work for a fixed period (usually four to seven years) in exchange for transportation, food, clothing, and shelter.

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Obliged

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To be grateful or indebted to someone.

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Vigils

Back

Periods of keeping watch, especially at night.

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Pulsed

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To throb or beat rhythmically.

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Jostling

Back

Pushing and shoving, especially in a crowd.

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In contrast

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Showing how two things are different.

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Outpost

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A small military fort or settlement built and maintained in a distant place, especially one occupied by hostile forces.