| coir |
the fiber made from coconut husks, used for matting, rope, or the like. |
| contretemps |
an embarrassing or unfortunate happening; mishap; mischance. |
| exegesis |
a critical explanation or interpretive analysis, especially of religious texts. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| forbear |
to keep or abstain from (an action or utterance). |
| idyllic |
charmingly simple and natural, as a scene or experience; suggestive of peaceful countryside. |
| impermeable |
not permitting passage or penetration. |
| indomitable |
too strong to be subdued or discouraged; unconquerable. |
| ineluctable |
impossible to be avoided; inescapable. |
| maladroit |
not skillful; clumsy; tactless. |
| pneumatic |
of, using, or concerning air or other gases. |
| splenetic |
ill-tempered or spiteful. |
| spurn |
to reject, refuse, or treat with scorn; disdain; despise. |
| tort |
in law, any civil rather than criminal harm or injury that violates the implicit duty of each citizen not to harm others, and for which one may bring a civil suit and collect compensation. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |