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Matching Practice: Worksheet


Match each term to it's definition.





- dells - - drat - - helter-skelter - - nipped - - sorrel - - boughs - - snuffling - - clamour - - smote - - eyrie -




To compress sharply between two surfaces or points.

A word used in vague or mild malediction (an evil deed; a crime; an offense).

Any of various plants of the genus Rumex, having succulent acid leaves used in salads, sauces, etc.

A branch of a tree, esp. one of the larger or main branches.

Preterit of smite. To strike or hit hard, as with the hand, a stick or weapon, etc., or as the hand or a weapon does.

A loud outcry; vociferation; hence, a vehement expression of desire or dissatisfaction; also, any loud and continued noises,.

See aery. The nest of a bird of prey.

A deep, natural hollow in land, often with wooded slopes; a small valley; a vale.

To draw air into the nose for the purpose of smelling something. To inhale, perceive by ____; examine by smelling.

In a headlong, disorderly haste; hurry-scurry; pell-mell; also, a tumultuous haste or disorder.