home to my hips Glossary

by Lucille Clifton

home to my hips Glossary

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Obeisance

A public show of respect or honor, akin to homage.

Stymied

Restrained or prevented from moving forward, similar to being held back.

Formidable

Powerful, strong, or impressive.

Subjugated

Forced into servitude, deprived of freedom.

Incantation

A magical charm that causes a particular effect.

Gyrate

To rotate rapidly in a circular motion.

Frivolous

Trivial or of little importance.

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