The Grand Tour - One For The Road Flashcards
(43 cards)
crummy
(quality) of poor quality or condition
solace
(source of comfort) source of relief or consolation
purr
(animals) make a low vibrating sound when content
lodging
Noun
(temporary residence) place to live or stay temporarily
nattering
(excessive talk) talking excessively about unimportant matters
hindsight
Noun
(reflection) realization of events after they have occurred
brim
(emotion) be full of a quality
rumble
(conflict) engage in a fight or brawl
snag
(clothing) catch or tear fabric on a rough surface
brittle
(fragile) easily broken or cracked
woeful
(poor quality) very bad or deplorable
corkscrew
(bottle opener)
bodge
(temporary repair) do a clumsy job as a temporary fix
plough
(agriculture) use a plough to prepare soil for planting
avenue
(city street) wide street in a city, often lined with trees
matinee
(social event) reception or party held in the afternoon
carvery
(dining) restaurant specializing in roast meats
undergrowth
(nature) dense vegetation growing under larger trees
havoc
(destruction) widespread destruction or devastation
extravagant
(finance) spending money excessively or immoderately
sartorial
(fashion) related to tailoring or clothing style
faux pas
(awkward action) socially awkward or indiscreet action
adornment
(beauty) decoration that makes something more beautiful
lap up
(enjoyment) enjoy something with great enthusiasm