Glossary

Glossary

emulate     (v)  - to match or surpass typically by imitation.

overawed (v) - impressed so much that they are silent or inhibited

induction   (n) - the action or process of including someone to an organization

rigorous   (adj.) - extremely thorough and careful

nuances      (n) - subtle changes in or shades of meaning, expression, or sound

pursue        (v) - follow or chase

stamina       (n) - the ability to sustain or prolonged physical and mental effort

cocktail        (n) - a mixed drink which is a combination of ingredients such as fruit juice, lemonade, flavored syrup or cream.

kitbag          (n) - a long cylindrical canvas bag, (here) used to carry cricket accessories

stride                  (v) - a step or stage in progress towards an aim

embarrassment   (n) - a feeling of self-conscious, shame or awkwardness

melee                   (n) - a confused crowd of people

transpire              (v) - come to be known / revealed

farsightedness (adj.) - showing a prudent awareness of future possibilities

bunked                  (v) - to make oneself absent from a class or session