whir
to make a low, steady sound like a small machine or insect
Episode vocabulary
The Rookie S2E13: English vocabulary
Season 2, Episode 13CrimeDramaComedy
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scratcher
a thing or person that scratches
toweling
a soft, absorbent fabric used for towels and bathrobes
stomaching
the present participle of stomach
disingenuous
not honest or straightforward, especially by pretending to know less than you do
nightcap
a drink, especially an alcoholic one, taken before going to bed
oft
often; frequently
bolo
a long knife used in the Philippines for cutting plants or wood
bayed
to make a long, loud cry, especially like a hound
braiding
the act of making a braid or braids by weaving strands together
precipice
a very steep cliff or rock face
welcomer
a person whose job or role is to welcome and help guests or newcomers
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leavings
things that are left over after something is used, eaten, or finished
repute
the opinion people have about someone or something
poise
calm confidence and self-control, especially in a difficult situation
fascinate
to attract and hold someone's attention or interest strongly
rehabilitate
help someone recover from illness, injury, addiction, or prison life and return to normal life
copped
to get something, especially in a casual or slightly sneaky way
ballistics
the science of how bullets, shells, and other projectiles move through the air
abler
more able or skilled than someone or something else
thong
a narrow strip of leather, cloth, or other material used for fastening or tying things
subpoena
an official order to appear in court or give evidence
terrify
to make someone feel extreme fear
sprinkler
a device that sprays water over grass or plants