Vocabulary in Wuthering Heights
Vocabulary Examples in Wuthering Heights:
Chapter I
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"Wuthering..."
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Wuthering in the dialect of Yorkshire is a derivative of the Scots word for whithering , defined as the rushing and blustering of wind and the noise it makes.
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"go to the deuce..."
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The phrase “go to the deuce" is an obscene way for someone to tell another to “go to the devil."
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"gaiters..."
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The word "gaiters" refers to the leather leg coverings that reach either above the ankle or to the middle of the calf.
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"griffins..."
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The word "griffins" refers to mythical creatures with the body and legs of a lion and the head, wings, and talons of an eagle.
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"grotesque..."
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The word "grotesque" refers to a style of art that is characterized by the mixing of monstrous animal figures with human characteristics. This style distorts the natural into a caricature of morbidity and ugliness.
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Chapter II
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"matronly..."
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The word "matronly" refers to a woman who is well-respected, dignified, and holds social distinction.
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"amiable..."
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The adjective "amiable" means friendly. However, in this context, the word is used sarcastically.
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"hallooed..."
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The verb "to halloo" or "to holler" means to shout or cry out to grab someone's attention.
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"coal-scuttles..."
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The word "coal-scuttles" refers to containers placed beside an indoor coal-fired stove to easily pour coals onto a fire.
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Chapter III
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"hieroglyphics..."
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The word "hieroglyphics" refers to a written system that employs pictorial characters and is often difficult to decipher.
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"homily..."
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The word "homily" refers to a short religious sermon that explains how individuals ought to behave.
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"vagabond..."
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The word "vagabond" refers to a a vagrant or wanderer who travels from one place to another without a fixed home.
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"Brethren..."
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The word "brethren," which is plural for brother, is often used when referring to members of a congregation.
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"lattice..."
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The word "lattice" refers to a framework of wood and metal strips that covers a pane of glass.
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"changeling..."
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The word "changeling" refers to a child who secretly replaces another during infancy.
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Chapter IV
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"WEATHER-COCKS..."
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The word "weathercocks" has two definitions: first, it describes the vanes mounted on roofs that demonstrate the wind's direction; second, it describes an individual who is very changeable. Here, the text refers to the latter definition.
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"unfledged..."
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The word "unfledged" refers to someone who is immature, as someone without enough feathers to fly.
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"the three kingdoms..."
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The phrase "the three kingdoms" refers to England, Scotland, and Ireland, before the United Kingdom was created.
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Chapter V
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"Pharisee..."
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In today's usage, the word "Pharisee" is a derogatory term for someone is seen as self-righteous or hypocritical. Originally, a Pharisee was someone who belonged to a Jewish sect and who strictly observed traditions of Hebrew law.
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Chapter XXXIV
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"fender..."
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Here, the word "fender" refers to a screen or metal frame placed before an open fireplace to prevent hot coals from falling out.
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"Titan..."
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According to ancient Greek mythology, Titans were the predecessors of the Greek gods. In contemporary usage, the word "titan" refers to someone who is very powerful or large in stature.
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"harebells..."
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The word "harebells" refers to a type of plant with purple bell-shaped flowers.
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