Island of the Blue Dolphins Ch. 1-3
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Aleuts | A native of the Aleutian Islands |
| Canyon | A deep, narrow clef in the earth with steep cliff walls on both sides, formed by running water; a gorge |
| Cormorants | A water bird with blackish feathers, webbed feet, and a hooked bill. |
| Brush | A dense growth of shrubs or small trees |
| Mesa | A flat-topped hill or small plateau with steep sides |
| Ravine | A deep narrow cut, similar to a canyon or gorge, in the earth's surface |
| Parley | a conference, especially between enemies or opponents |
| League | Any of several approximately equal units of distance, especially one equal to three miles |
| Reef | A strip or ridge of rock, sand, or coral that rises to or close to the surface of a body of water |
| Stalked | to walk in a stiff, haughty manner |
| Kelp | any of several brown, often very large seaweeds |
| Slain | (slay) to kill violently, as in battle |
| Pelt | an animal skin, especially with the hair or fur still on it. |
| Laboring | to work; toil |
| Strewn | (strew) to cover (a surface) with scattered or sprinkled things |
| Scarcely | almost not at all; just; barely; hardly |
| Stunted | to stop or interfere with the growth or development of |
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