Vocabulary for Johnny Tremain, by Esther Forbes: Chapter 2
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e-learninglinks Plus on July 3, 2010
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Vocabulary words for Chapter 2 of Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes
Chapter 2: The Pride of Your Power
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14 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Beaux | boyfriends or male admirers |
| Tyranny | cruel use of power |
| Tediously | tiresomely |
| Eloquence | notable speaking ability |
| Insufferable | unbearable |
| Ingots | bars of metal used for further processing |
| Poultice | a warm moist preparation placed on an aching or inflamed part of the body |
| Ulceration | formation of slow-healing sores |
| Laudanum | a solution of opium in alcohol used for pain relief |
| Competent | capable |
| Coopering | making barrels |
| Derrick | a simple crane that is typically used for moving cargo onto or from a ship |
| Loiter | stand around idly |
| Erstwhile | previous |
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