Exam 4 Flashcards
sanguine
optimistic or positive in a bad situation
sop
piece of bread dipped in gravy, soup, or sauce
dainty
something good to eat
vavasor
person who owes allegiance to the lord of his/her land
arras
rich tapestry used to cover an alcove
alderman
elected member of a council
chattel
a personal possession
nonce
used for one occasion
galingale
pretty much a grass that smells awesome (aromatic)
seethe
bubble up because of boiling
blanc-mange
gelatinous dessert made with cornstarch and milk
hackney
a light horse with a high-step trot
pall
cloth spread over a coffin
engender
cause a feeling or condtion
apothecary
a person who sells medicines or drugs
electuary
medicinal substance mixed with sweet substance
superfluity
excessively large amount of something
taffeta
fabric with a crisp texture
sendal
rich silk material used to make robes or banners
pestilence
fatal epidemic disease
amorous
showing sexual desire
ardours
enthusiasm or passion
cordeliers
Franciscan observant
sepulchres
a small room cut in rock where a dead person is laid or buried
