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The Simpsons S2E16: English vocabulary
Season 2, Episode 16FamilyAnimationComedy
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odometer
a device in a vehicle that shows how far it has traveled
tormenting
causing someone to feel great pain or suffering
moldy
covered with mold
inconsiderate
not thinking about other people and causing them trouble or upset
protrude
stick out beyond a surface
prowler
a person who moves around quietly, especially to steal or break into places
twit
a foolish or annoying person
frolic
to play or move about in a lively, cheerful way
wellingtons
a waterproof rubber boot, usually reaching up to the knee
mumps
a contagious viral illness that causes swelling in the face and neck
toffee
a hard, chewy sweet made from sugar and butter
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wean
to stop a baby or young animal from drinking milk and start giving other food
pox
a disease that causes spots or pustules on the skin, such as chickenpox or smallpox
boathouse
a building or shed where boats are kept
charlatan
a person who lies or pretends to have special knowledge or skill in order to trick people
polygon
a flat shape with three or more straight sides
remedial
intended to help someone improve a skill or catch up in a subject
mongrel
a dog that is not a pure breed
callous
showing no sympathy or concern for other people
reputable
having a good reputation and deserving trust
authoritative
showing confidence and authority in a way that makes people listen or obey
stitching
the sewing of stitches, especially as a visible part of a garment
evener
something that makes a surface, line, or shape even or level