Hatchet Novel Vocabulary 1-19 Study

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smoldered

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To burn slowly without flame, producing smoke.

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audible

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Barely able to be heard; within the range of hearing.

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gnarled

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Twisted and rough in appearance, often used to describe trees or branches.

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turbulence

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Violent or unsteady movement of air or water.

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pulverize

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To crush or grind into small pieces or powder.

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ignite

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To catch fire or cause to catch fire.

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refract

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To change the direction of light as it passes through different mediums.

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wallow

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To roll about or lie in water, snow, mud, or dust.

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lurch

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To make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement.

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gorge

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To eat a large amount greedily; to fill oneself.