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English Vocab for Chp. 1-3 part I

AB
TrencherA wooden plate or platter on which meat is carved or served -N
ApoplecticExtremely angry or irritated -A
GrogAn alcoholic liquor (esp. rum) which is often diluted with water -N
RakishHaving a trim; sleek, streamline appearance, as often on ships -A
AloofDistanced by a lack of anger, interest, or emotion -A
BroadsideThe part or side of a ship that it above the waterline; a large sheet of paper printed on one side -N
HovelA low, open shed used for storing animals, tools, equipment, supplies, etc. - N
SplayTo spread apart or extend out. -V
AnnealTo strengthen (glass, metals, etc.) by heating it and then letting cool gradually. -V
BelligerentAggressive, eager to start a fight. -A
CrucibleA container made of graphite, porcelain, platinum or of other substance that can withstand great heat for melting or fusing ores, metals, etc. -N
IndolentDisliking or avoiding work; LAZY; idle. -A
VenerableDeserving respect or reverence due to age, dignity, character or high position. -A
ApprenticeSomeone under legal agreement to work for a specific length of time for a master craftsman in a craft or trade in return for instuction and support. -N
FelonA villain, wrongdoer of law breaker. One who commits a felony. -N
MaimTo cripple, mutilate, or disable. -V
WryA twisted or bent expression -N
AssuageTp lessen (anger, pain,etc.) or calm; to pacify. -V
FlaccidLacking muscle tone and resillence; flabby. -A
PesthouseA hospital for the isolation of people with contagious diseases. A quarantine. -N


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