Dog Town, Chapter 9 Vocabulary

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Patent leather

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A type of leather that has a high-gloss finish.

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melancholy

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A deep, persistent sadness or gloom.

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Mongrel

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A dog of mixed breed.

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derelict

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In a very poor condition as a result of disuse and neglect.

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yearn

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To have an intense feeling of longing for something.

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resigned

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Having accepted something unpleasant that one cannot change.

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Inperceptibly

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In a way that is so slight, gradual, or subtle that it cannot be perceived.

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atmosphere

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tone or mood of a place, situation

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demolish

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To destroy or tear down a building or structure.

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exclusive

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Limited to a specific group; not shared with others.