The Roaring Girl

The Roaring Girl Glossary

Grindstone

A thick disc of stone or other abrasive material mounted so as to revolve, and used for grinding, sharpening, or polishing metal objects

Helm

A tiller or wheel for steering a ship or boat

Transcendent

Beyond or above the range of normal or physical human experience

Myriads

A countless or extremely great number of people or things

Realms

A kingdom

Baits

Deliberately annoy or taunt

Reigns

To rule over

Codpiece

A pouch worn in men's breeches to cover the genitals

Quench

Satisfy one's thirst by drinking

Gallants

A man who pays special attention to women

Cozens

Trick or deceive

Bawdy

Humorously indecent

Fetters

A chain or manacle used to restrain a prisoner

Loathsome

Causing hatred or disgust

Prosper

Flourish, grow strong and healthy

Pension

A regular payment made to someone's retirement fund

Bequeath

Leave to a person or other beneficiary

Chide

Scold or rebuke

Dispatch

Send off to a destination for a purpose

Folly

Lack of good sense, foolishness

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