Sea of Poppies Glossary

by Amitav Ghosh

Sea of Poppies Glossary

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Chasm

Abyss, Canyon, Gulf.

Bode

Soothsay, Predict, Indicate.

Careworn

Haggard, Worried.

Discomfiture

Loss, Subjugation.

Dwindle

Shrivel, Dry, Fall off.

Foliage

Leafage, Vegetation, Greenery.

Wade

Paddle, Splosh, Wallow.

Legion

Army, Military, Squad.

Forebear

Ancestor, Forefather.

Relic

Residue, Emblem, Antique.

Desperado

Goon, Thug.

Debouch

Knavish, Degenerate.

Flotilla

Squadron.

Personage

Public figure, Luminary.

Rakish

Dashing, Stylish, Jaunty.

Livid

Ashy, Paleface.

Quay

Jetty, Landing stage, Dock.

Crag

Cliff, Peak.

Scythe

Reaping-hook.

Regale

Amuse, Entertain.

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