The Ballad of Reading Gaol Glossary

The Ballad of Reading Gaol Glossary

Bitter

resentful

Flattering

complimentary

Disgrace

loss of reputation

Slay

kill

Swerve

change direction

Prey

to hunt on

Parricide

killing of parents

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