| argot |
the vocabulary or jargon characteristic of a specific group or class, especially of criminals. |
| conclave |
a secret, private, or confidential meeting or gathering. |
| corporeal |
having to do with a physical body; bodily. |
| desideratum |
something that is needed or wanted. |
| deter |
to stop or discourage from some action by creating doubt or fear. |
| expostulate |
to argue earnestly with someone, usually against an intended action; remonstrate. |
| extirpate |
to get rid of completely, as if by pulling up the roots; root out. |
| extrude |
to force out; expel. |
| forbear |
to keep or abstain from (an action or utterance). |
| incursion |
a raid or sudden invasion. |
| neophyte |
a beginner or novice at any activity. |
| obviate |
to prevent or eliminate in advance; render unnecessary or irrelevant. |
| parsimonious |
excessively frugal; stingy. |
| savor |
to give an impression; hint (usually followed by "of"). |
| virago |
a shrewish, domineering woman; nag or scold. |