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1.remnant

N-COUNT The remnants of something are small parts of it that are left over when the main part has disappeared or has been used or destroyed.

2.scoff

V-I If you scoff at something, you speak about it in a way that shows you think it is ridiculous or inadequate.

3.skive

V to evade (work or responsibility)

4.frail

ADJ Someone who is frail is not very strong or healthy.

5.bog

N-COUNT A bog is an area of land that is very wet and muddy.

6.stoop

V-I If you stoop, you stand or walk with your shoulders bent forward.

7.opaline

ADJ opalescent

ADJ Opalescent means colourless or white like an opal, or changing colour like an opal.

8.disembowel

V-T To disembowel a person or animal means to remove their internal organs, especially their stomach, intestines, and bowels.

9.uncanny

ADJ If you describe something as uncanny, you mean that it is strange and difficult to explain.

10.succulent

ADJ Succulent food, especially meat or vegetables, is juicy and good to eat.

11.nougat

N-UNCOUNT Nougat is a kind of firm sweet, containing nuts and sometimes fruit.

12.tankard

N-COUNT A tankard is a large metal cup with a handle, that you can drink beer from.

13.chink

N-COUNT A chink in a surface is a very narrow crack or opening in it.