Beowulf 2nd set vocabulary

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Maw

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The gullet or stomach of a fearsome creature, often used to describe the mouth of a monster.

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Bereft

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Feeling of being bereaved or deprived after a great loss.

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Bane

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A ruin or harm brought upon the land, often associated with a source of distress or destruction.

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Felicity

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Great happiness experienced, especially after a victorious battle.

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Baleful

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Describing something that is harmful or threatening; often used to characterize evil beings.

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Epic

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A long narrative poem that recounts the adventures of heroic figures.

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Heroism

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The qualities or attributes of a hero, including bravery, courage, and noble actions.

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Grendel

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A monstrous creature in Beowulf that terrorizes the Danes, symbolizing evil.

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Wyrd

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An Old English term meaning fate or destiny, often referenced in heroic literature.

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Mead-hall

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A gathering place for warriors, often associated with feasting and storytelling.