G12- W4 flashcards

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Encyclopedia

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A comprehensive reference work containing articles on a wide range of subjects or on numerous aspects of a particular field, usually arranged alphabetically.

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Plunder

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To steal goods from a place or person, typically using force and in a time of war or civil disorder.

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Domain

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An area of territory owned or controlled by a particular ruler or government; a specified sphere of activity or knowledge.

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Bravado

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A bold manner or a show of boldness intended to impress or intimidate.

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Meticulous

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Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

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Referee

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An official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to and to arbitrate on matters arising from the play.

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Supervise

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To observe and direct the execution of a task or activity.

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Duel

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A contest with deadly weapons arranged between two people in order to settle a point of honor.

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Prone

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Likely to or liable to suffer from, do, or experience something, typically something regrettable or unwelcome.

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Legend

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A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated.