| A | B |
| ramrod | a rod used to load a gun and to clean it |
| muzzle | the front part of the head of certain animals |
| ravine | a deep narrow valley |
| curlicues | a fansy twist or curl made when carving wood |
| gilt | to cover with a thin layer of gold |
| quivering | to shake with small rapid movements |
| gaiters | a covering for the leg worn around the ankle by skiers and hikers |
| muffler | a scarf worn around the neck for warmth |
| flatiron | an iron warmed in the fire, used for pressing clothes |
| whittling | to cut or shave a piece of wood |