Private Peaceful

Private Peaceful Glossary

Raucous

Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.

Mutiny

Refusal to obey the orders of a person in authority.

Brigadier

A rank of officer in the British army, above colonel and below major general.

Cavalry

Soldiers who fought on horseback.

Befuddle

Make (someone) unable to think clearly.

Bewilderment

A feeling of being perplexed and confused.

Vicar

In the Church of England, a minister or priest.

Skiving

Avoiding work or a duty by staying away or leaving early

Tickety-boo

In good order; fine.

Slog

To work hard over a period of time.

Immaculate

Very clean.

Cavalry

Soldiers mounted on horses.

Regiment

A permanent unit of an army typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies, squadrons, or batteries and often into two battalions.

Thatch

A roof covering of straw, reeds, palm leaves, or a similar material.

Privy

Bathroom or toilet.

Scourge

A person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering.

Vendetta

A prolonged bitter quarrel with or campaign against someone.

Dilapidated

(Of a building or object) In a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.

Gramophone

An old type of record player.

Chateau

A large French country house or castle.

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