The Pine Barrens Glossary

by John McPhee

The Pine Barrens Glossary

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Pine

To long for/want something or something

Vagrant

a person without a settled home or regular work who wanders from place to place and lives by begging.

Contemplate

To think about

Preach

to teach, usually in public

mounting

when a pile of work or feelings grow larger or more numerous.

mischief

harm or trouble caused by someone or something.

Absolve

declare (someone) free from guilt or punishment.

Ordain

order (something) officially.

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