An Ornithologist's Guide to Life: Stories Glossary

by Ann Hood

An Ornithologist's Guide to Life: Stories Glossary

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domesticity

home or family life.

adroitly

expert use of hands

grapple

to struggle with hands

forges

to create

revelation

disclosed information

profundity

wisdom

Sorrow

deep sadness

Submissive

obedient

Pride

feeling pleasure from one’s own achievements

Tender

showing gentleness and affection

Harbour

keeping a thought to oneself

Pity

feeling of sorrow and compassion for someone else

Virtue

goodness

Superior

of higher rank

Intimate

becoming close to someone

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