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stamping (v) : bringing down (one’s foot) heavily on the ground

cloudburst (n) : a sudden violent rainstorm

pitcher (n) : a large jug

lantern (n) : a lamp with a transparent case protecting the flame or electric bulb, and typically with a handle by which it may be carried or hung

gasp (v) : catch one’s breath with an open mouth, owing to pain or astonishment

shudder (v) : shiver typically as a result of fear or revulsion

hark (v) : listen, pay attention

thumping (v) : hitting or striking heavily, especially with fist or a blunt instrument

pickaback (n) : a piggyback ride, on the back and shoulders of another person

wink (v) : close and open one eye quickly, shine or flash intermittently

splint (n) : a long flat object used as a support for a broken bone so that the bone stays in a particular position while it heals

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