150816 Words Flashcards
flank
(noun) the side of a person’s or animal’s body between the ribs and the hip.
“leaning against his horse’s flanks”
cease
(verb) to stop
Soo Young ceased to pick her nose.
dismount
(verb) to get off, like from a horse.
He quickly dismounted from the crazy horse.
pommel
(noun) raised part of the saddle in front of the rider.
paralyzing
made unable to move
tot
(noun) a very young child. toddler.
vigilance
(noun) the action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.
breakthrough
(noun) a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.
hives (reaction)
A condition characterized by the sudden appearance of red, raised areas on the skin that itch severely. Hives may be caused by an allergic reaction (see allergy) to foods or other substances.
allergy
a negative immune response by the body to a substance, especially pollen, fur, a particular food, or dust, to which it has become hypersensitive.
legislation
(noun) law