Gilgamesh, HSm Week 3, Terms
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AliDent Teacher on May 7, 2011
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Making Connections in Ancient Literature
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 obliterate | to do away with completely |
| consigned | to be forced or assigned to do something (usually a negative term) |
| sloughed | cast off |
| quiver | case for carrying arrows |
| rival | a person who tries to compete or outdo another |
| scepter | wand, a sign of authority |
| nape | backside of the neck |
| countenance | facial expression |
| gaped | confused, looking with shock |
| gorge | a deep, narrow passage between two mountains |
| intolerable | insufferable, terrible |
| lapis lazuli | semi precious blue stone |
| amulet | an ornament or piece of jewelry - sometimes a protection against evil |
| accost | to approach or confront boldly |
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