| A | B |
|---|
| affirmation | the assertion that something exists or is true |
| aristocracy | a class of persons holding high rank and privileges, especially the nobility |
| burgh | a town; an incorporated town |
| credence | belief in the truth of something |
| haunches | the hips of fleshy part of the body about the hips; the hinquarters of an animal |
| impassive | showing or feeling no emotion |
| incredulous | disbelieving |
| indignation | a strong displeasure at something considered unjust or insulting; righteous anger |
| interminable | having no apparent limit or end |
| jeers | rude and mocking shouts or taunts |
| mutton | the flesh of a mature sheep, used for food |
| nag | an old horse |
| perceived | became aware of, identified by means of the senses; recognized |
| protruded | projected; jutted out |
| robust | strong, healthy, hearty |
| scanty | insufficient; very brief |
| shaft | a long pole or handle serving to balance a weapon or tool |
| spare | lean or thin |
| spits | pointed rods for skewering and holding meat over a fire for cooking |
| vender | a seller (also spelled vendor) |
