| A | B |
| candelabrum | a large candleholder with several arms |
| doily | a decorative mat often made of lace |
| domestic | having to do with the home |
| douse | to put out |
| embroider | to decorate with needlework designs |
| gadget | a clever device |
| gilt | having a thin layer of gold placed on the surface for decoration |
| grille | a decorative grating, screen, or door |
| habitable | able to be lived in |
| ignite | to set on fire |
| floral | having to do with flowers |
| incense | a sweet smalling substance that is usually burned |
| lavatory | a room with facilities for washing, usually including a toilet |
| midday | having to do with the middle of the day |
| misplace | to put in the wrong place |
| ottoman | footstool |
| porcelain | a fine ceramc that is white and translucent |
| removal | a taking away |
| spigot | valve used to control the flow of water or other liquids |
| upholster | to cover furniture with fabric |