| abeyance |
temporary suspension or cessation. |
| coddle |
to simmer in water that is almost at the boiling point. |
| cognomen |
a last name; surname. |
| cravat |
a scarf or band of cloth tied loosely about the neck. |
| debouch |
to advance out of a confined or narrow space such as a canyon into open country. |
| dilatory |
used to cause a delay. |
| flange |
a collar or rim that projects from a pipe, housing, or the like to provide strength, stability, or a place for attaching other parts. |
| granulate |
to make into small particles or grains. |
| idiosyncrasy |
a characteristic of temperament, habit, or physical structure particular to a given individual or group; peculiarity. |
| impromptu |
without advance plan or preparation; spontaneously. |
| mendicant |
living on charity; begging. |
| neophyte |
a beginner or novice at any activity. |
| putrefaction |
the act or process of rotting or decomposing. |
| sequester |
to remove into protection and isolation; seclude. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |