100 words to know before reading The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

1. A colloquial term for a throw or toss, often in sports.
2. A variant of "hock," meaning to pawn or sell something.

one or two were experiences of my own, the rest those of boys who were schoolmates of mine. Huck Finn is drawn from life; Tom Sawyer also, but not from an individual—he is a combination of the

1. Used as a reflexive pronoun to refer to a group previously mentioned.
2. Used for emphasis to refer to a group previously mentioned.

at each other’s hair and clothes, punched and scratched each other’s nose, and covered themselves with dust and glory. Presently the confusion took form, and through the fog of battle Tom

1. A nickname for the name Pollyanna or Mary.
2. A colloquial term for a parrot, often used in children's stories.

ways. While Tom was eating his supper, and stealing sugar as opportunity offered, Aunt Polly asked him questions that were full of guile, and very deep—for she wanted to trap him into

1. Truancy or playing hookey means skipping school or work without permission.
2. A variation of the word "hockey," an old term for field hockey.

I’ve got to do some of my duty by him, or I’ll be the ruination of the child.” Tom did play hookey, and he had a very good time. He got back home barely in season to help Jim, the small colored

1. The evening meal, typically lighter than dinner.
2. A social gathering where a light evening meal is served.

Finally he strode home reluctantly, with his poor head full of visions. All through supper his spirits were so high that his aunt wondered “what had got into the child.” He took a good

1. Past tense of 'sew'; joined or fastened with stitches using a needle and thread.
2. Created or repaired something by stitching fabric or other materials together.

The trouble vanished out of Tom’s face. He opened his jacket. His shirt collar was securely sewed. “Bother! Well, go ’long with you. I’d made sure you’d played hookey and been a-swimming. But I

1. A bucket, typically made of metal or plastic, used for carrying liquids or solids.
2. The quantity held by a pail.

fence, and sat down on a tree-box discouraged. Jim came skipping out at the gate with a tin pail, and singing Buffalo Gals. Bringing water from the town pump had always been hateful work in

1. A shout or cheer to express approval or encouragement.
2. (Spanish) A traditional Spanish exclamation meaning "bravo" or "hurrah."

Gimme the bucket—I won’t be gone only a minute. She won’t ever know.” “Oh, I dasn’t, Mars Tom. Ole missis she’d take an’ tar de head off’n me. ’Deed she would.” “She! She never licks

1. A slang term for the male genitalia (vulgar).
2. A deep resonant sound, like a large bell.

an apple, and giving a long, melodious whoop, at intervals, followed by a deep-toned ding-dong-dong, ding-dong-dong, for he was personating a steamboat. As he drew near, he slackened speed,

1. A sharp, high-pitched sound (e.g., a bell).
2. To make a light, ringing noise.

Chow-ch-chow-chow!” The left hand began to describe circles. “Stop the stabboard! Ting-a-ling-ling! Stop the labboard! Come ahead on the stabboard! Stop her! Let your outside turn over

1. A small, lightweight piece of material, often used as a fastener or decoration.
2. A type of fish, typically found in coastal waters.

ran almost out, and he drew up slowly toward the sidewalk. “Ship up to back! Ting-a-ling-ling!” His arms straightened and stiffened down his sides. “Set her back on the stabboard!

1. A slang term for food (e.g., "Let's grab some chow.").
2. A breed of dog, the Chow Chow.

straightened and stiffened down his sides. “Set her back on the stabboard! Ting-a-ling-ling! Chow! ch-chow-wow! Chow!” His right hand, meantime, describing stately circles—for it was

1. A soft, indistinct sound made by a person or group, often speaking quietly or indistinctly.
2. A low, continuous background noise, like rustling leaves or flowing water.

up with a relieving snort. There was a whiz as of a missile in the air, mingled with the murmur of a curse, a sound as of shivering glass followed, and a small, vague form went over the fence

1. Lumps of earth or clay.
2. Stupid or dull people.

before Aunt Polly could collect her surprised faculties and sally to the rescue, six or seven clods had taken personal effect, and Tom was over the fence and gone. There was a gate, but as a

1. A garden plant with colorful flowers, often purple, yellow, or white.
2. (Slang) A derogatory term for a weak or effeminate man.

sigh as she put her foot on the threshold. But his face lit up, right away, for she tossed a pansy over the fence a moment before she disappeared. The boy ran around and stopped within a foot or

1. To feel or express deep sorrow, especially for someone who has died.
2. To grieve or lament over a loss or death.

shall—a—a—shall mourn—a—a—blessed are they that shall—they that—a—they that shall mourn, for they shall—a—shall what? Why don’t you tell me, Mary?—what do you want to be so mean

1. A bowl-shaped container for holding liquids or washing items.
2. A natural depression in the Earth's surface, often holding water.

gave him a tin basin of water and a piece of soap, and he went outside the door and set the basin on a little bench there; then he dipped the soap in the water and laid it down; turned up his

1. Twists or coils of hair.
2. A hairstyle with spiral or wavy strands.

without distinction of color, and his saturated hair was neatly brushed, and its short curls wrought into a dainty and symmetrical general effect. [He privately smoothed out the curls, with

1. Students in a school or under a teacher's guidance.
2. The dark circular openings in the center of the eyes that regulate light entry.

complete, and that was a chance to deliver a Bible-prize and exhibit a prodigy. Several pupils had a few yellow tickets, but none had enough—he had been around among the star pupils

1. A book containing a collection of hymns for religious worship.
2. A printed or digital compilation of songs used in church services.

attention. When a Sunday-school superintendent makes his customary little speech, a hymnbook in the hand is as necessary as is the inevitable sheet of music in the hand of a singer who

1. A person who makes or repairs roofs using straw, reeds, or similar materials.
2. Margaret Thatcher, British prime minister (1979–1990), known as the "Iron Lady."

and marched away, and Tom turned homeward alone. As he was passing by the house where Jeff Thatcher lived, he saw a new girl in the garden—a lovely little blue-eyed creature with yellow hair

1. A religious discourse delivered by a clergy member during worship.
2. A moral or instructive talk or lecture.

down to a company so small as to be hardly worth the saving. Tom counted the pages of the sermon; after church he always knew how many pages there had been, but he seldom knew anything else

1. A passage between rows of seats in a building like a church or theater.
2. A walkway between shelves in a store or supermarket.

and sat down on it. Then there was a wild yelp of agony and the poodle went sailing up the aisle; the yelps continued, and so did the dog; he crossed the house in front of the altar; he flew

1. A gathering or assembly of people, especially for religious worship.
2. A group of people who regularly attend a particular church or place of worship.

Tom had no handkerchief, and he looked upon boys who had as snobs. The congregation being fully assembled, now, the bell rang once more, to warn laggards and stragglers, and then a

1. A group of singers, often performing together in religious or musical settings.
2. The part of a church where the choir sits during services.

solemn hush fell upon the church which was only broken by the tittering and whispering of the choir in the gallery. The choir always tittered and whispered all through service. There was once a

1. An insect with hard forewings forming a protective case (e.g., ladybug, stag beetle).
2. To move quickly or scurry away.

jaws—a “pinchbug,” he called it. It was in a percussion-cap box. The first thing the beetle did was to take him by the finger. A natural fillip followed, the beetle went floundering into

1. A breed of dog known for its curly coat and intelligence.
2. (Slang) A person who blindly follows orders or is subservient.

in the sermon found relief in the beetle, and they eyed it too. Presently a vagrant poodle dog came idling along, sad at heart, lazy with the summer softness and the quiet, weary of

1. A small, dark blue or black edible berry similar to a blueberry.
2. A shrub (Gaylussacia or Vaccinium) that produces these berries.

away a dismantled hero. Shortly Tom came upon the juvenile pariah of the village, Huckleberry Finn, son of the town drunkard. Huckleberry was cordially hated and dreaded by all the mothers of

1. Small, rough growths on the skin caused by a virus.
2. Minor flaws or imperfections in something.

two weeks ago for a hoop-stick.” “Say—what is dead cats good for, Huck?” “Good for? Cure warts with.” “No! Is that so? I know something that’s better.” “I bet you don’t. What is it?” “Why,

1. Courage or determination (informal).
2. A slang term for semen (vulgar).

any good. You got to go all by yourself, to the middle of the woods, where you know there’s a spunk-water stump, and just as it’s midnight you back up against the stump and jam your hand in and

1. The term "nigger" is a highly offensive racial slur historically used to demean and dehumanize Black individuals. Its use is widely condemned due to its deep-rooted associations with racism, slavery, and oppression.
2. **Note:** This term is considered extremely derogatory and should not be used in any context. Respectful and inclusive language is always encouraged.

of it? They’ll all lie. Leastways all but the nigger. I don’t know him. But I never see a nigger that wouldn’t lie. Shucks! Now you tell me how Bob Tanner done it, Huck.” “Why, he took and

1. A small, hard growth on the skin caused by a virus.
2. A flaw or imperfection in something.

sir, you can bet he didn’t, becuz he’s the wartiest boy in this town; and he wouldn’t have a wart on him if he’d knowed how to work spunk-water. I’ve took off thousands of warts off of my hands

1. Dull, bleak, and lifeless; depressing.
2. Causing sadness or gloom.

and she had to hide her griefs and still her broken heart and take up the cross of a long, dreary, aching afternoon, with none among the strangers about her to exchange sorrows with.

1. The chest or breast of a person, especially a woman.
2. The part of a garment covering the chest.

according to previous appointment. Tom was General of one of these armies, Joe Harper (a bosom friend) General of the other. These two great commanders did not condescend to fight in

1. A fine-grained rock used for roofing and writing surfaces.
2. A list of candidates for election or appointment.

The girl glanced at the words, but made no sign. Now the boy began to draw something on the slate, hiding his work with his left hand. For a time the girl refused to notice; but her human

1. Spoken very softly using one's breath without vocal cords.
2. Communicated in a quiet, secretive, or confidential manner.

the house; but the girl was not hypercritical; she was satisfied with the monster, and whispered: “It’s a beautiful man—now make me coming along.” Tom drew an hourglass with a full moon and

1. A traveling show featuring acrobats, clowns, and trained animals.
2. A public event or situation marked by chaos or noisy excitement.

to a circus. There’s things going on at a circus all the time. I’m going to be a clown in a circus when I grow up.” “Oh, are you! That will be nice. They’re so lovely, all spotted up.” “Yes,

1. To speak very softly using one's breath without vocal cords.
2. A quiet or secretive conversation.

the tale ever so softly, with his mouth close to her ear. And then he added: “Now you whisper it to me—just the same.” She resisted, for a while, and then said: “You turn your face away so

1. Standing stiffly upright, like hair or fur in anger or fear.
2. Showing irritation or defensiveness.

trackless great plains of the Far West, and away in the future come back a great chief, bristling with feathers, hideous with paint, and prance into Sunday-school, some drowsy summer morning,

1. A hard, crystalline metamorphic rock used in sculpture and architecture.
2. A small glass or stone ball used in children's games.

a shapely little treasure-house whose bottom and sides were of shingles. In it lay a marble. Tom’s astonishment was boundless! He scratched his head with a perplexed air, and said: “Well,

1. Small, round glass or stone balls used in games.
2. Slang for common sense or sanity (e.g., "lost his marbles").

Tom was literally rolling in wealth. He had besides the things before mentioned, twelve marbles, part of a jews-harp, a piece of blue bottle-glass to look through, a spool cannon, a key that

1. A small, informal drawing or sketch made absentmindedly.
2. A nickname for the V-1 flying bomb used by Germany in WWII.

in it. He laid himself down and put his mouth close to this depression and called— “Doodlebug, doodlebug, tell me what I want to know! Doodlebug, doodlebug, tell me what I want to know!” The

1. A thin, narrow strip of wood used in building construction, especially as a backing for plaster or tiles.
2. A framework or structure made of such strips.

gladly will I dispute with thee the passes of the merry wood. Have at thee!” They took their lath swords, dumped their other traps on the ground, struck a fencing attitude, foot to foot, and

1. To tremble or shake violently, often due to fear, cold, or disgust.
2. A sudden involuntary movement caused by shock or revulsion.

began. Next the ghastly ticking of a deathwatch in the wall at the bed’s head made Tom shudder—it meant that somebody’s days were numbered. Then the howl of a far-off dog rose on the night

1. A portable light source with a protective case, often with a handle.
2. A decorative or architectural structure with openings to emit light.

is awful.” Some vague figures approached through the gloom, swinging an old-fashioned tin lantern that freckled the ground with innumerable little spangles of light. Presently Huckleberry

1. A box or container in which a deceased person is buried or cremated.
2. (Verb) To place or enclose something in a coffin.

Two or three minutes later the murdered man, the blanketed corpse, the lidless coffin, and the open grave were under no inspection but the moon’s. The stillness was complete again,

1. A loud, prolonged cry or sound, often made by animals like wolves.
2. A strong, mournful noise caused by wind.

X Dire Prophecy of the Howling Dog The two boys flew on and on, toward the village, speechless with horror. They glanced

1. A warm tubular covering for the hands.
2. A failure to catch or hold a ball in sports.

a sharp snap. The man moaned, writhed a little, and his face came into the moonlight. It was Muff Potter. The boys’ hearts had stood still, and their hopes too, when the man moved, but their

1. To hit or strike forcefully (verb).
2. A sharp blow or slap (noun).

under his aunt’s very nose, and got his knuckles rapped for it. He said: “Aunt, you don’t whack Sid when he takes it.” “Well, Sid don’t torment a body the way you do. You’d be always into that

1. Left or went away from a place.
2. Deceased; no longer living.

rising up, and unavailing regrets and remorse were being indulged; and best of all, the departed were the talk of the whole town, and the envy of all the boys, as far as this dazzling notoriety

1. A drug or medicine used to relieve pain.
2. Something that temporarily eases distress or discomfort.

XII The Cat and the Painkiller One of the reasons why Tom’s mind had drifted away from its secret troubles was, that it had

1. The sound a duck makes.
2. A person who falsely claims medical knowledge or skill; a charlatan.

She calculated his capacity as she would a jug’s, and filled him up every day with quack cure-alls. Tom had become indifferent to persecution by this time. This phase filled the old

1. A dress, typically worn by women or girls.
2. A loose outer garment, such as a monk's habit.

into the dumps; he entered the empty schoolhouse and sat down to suffer. Then one more frock passed in at the gate, and Tom’s heart gave a great bound. The next instant he was out, and

1. A piece of fabric attached to a boat to catch wind and propel it forward.
2. To travel on water using sails or a sailing vessel.

XIII The Pirate Crew Set Sail Tom’s mind was made up now. He was gloomy and desperate. He was a forsaken, friendless boy, he

1. A person living in solitude, often for religious reasons.
2. A reclusive or solitary individual.

relieved them of their troubles. Then they began to lay their plans. Joe was for being a hermit, and living on crusts in a remote cave, and dying, some time, of cold and want and grief; but

1. A flat structure for floating or traveling on water.
2. A large amount or number of something.

three mile current. Hardly a word was said during the next three-quarters of an hour. Now the raft was passing before the distant town. Two or three glimmering lights showed where it lay,

1. A steep cliff or bank, often by a river or sea.
2. To deceive or mislead someone by pretending.

disturbed the quiet. Then he gave a low, distinct whistle. It was answered from under the bluff. Tom whistled twice more; these signals were answered in the same way. Then a guarded voice said:

1. A boat used to transport passengers, vehicles, or goods across a body of water.
2. A vessel operating on a regular route, often between two fixed points.

This was fine. It was worth while to be a pirate, after all. As twilight drew on, the ferryboat went back to her accustomed business and the skiffs disappeared. The pirates returned to camp.

1. Small, lightweight boats, often rowed or sailed.
2. Flat-bottomed boats used for shallow waters.

episode sank into instant insignificance, the burglars were forgotten, horses were saddled, skiffs were manned, the ferryboat ordered out, and before the horror was half an hour old, two hundred

1. A small, light boat for rowing or sailing, often used for short trips.
2. A flat-bottomed open boat with a pointed bow and square stern.

with all his eyes, slipped into the water, swam three or four strokes and climbed into the skiff that did “yawl” duty at the boat’s stern. He laid himself down under the thwarts and waited,

1. A cylinder of wax with a central wick that is lit to produce light.
2. A unit of luminous intensity.

her. His heart was full of pity for her. He took out his sycamore scroll and placed it by the candle. But something occurred to him, and he lingered considering. His face lighted with a happy

1. Informal term for young men or boys.
2. A group of male friends or companions.

teeth enabled him to expectorate in a new and admirable way. He gathered quite a following of lads interested in the exhibition; and one that had cut his finger and had been a centre of

1. A small, unimportant matter or thing.
2. A small amount, especially of money.

but he knew the ground of old, and the clergyman’s regular route over it—and when a little trifle of new matter was interlarded, his ear detected it and his whole nature resented it; he

1. A loud ringing of bells, often in a sequence.
2. A loud, prolonged sound, like thunder or laughter.

the trees, making everything sing as it went. One blinding flash after another came, and peal on peal of deafening thunder. And now a drenching rain poured down and the rising hurricane drove

1. In a manner showing sadness or longing.
2. With a pensive or melancholy expression.

you would if you had thought of it.” “Would you, Tom?” said Aunt Polly, her face lighting wistfully. “Say, now, would you, if you’d thought of it?” “I—well, I don’t know. ’Twould ’a’ spoiled

1. A large deciduous tree with broad leaves and flaky bark, often found in North America and Europe.
2. The wood of this tree, used in furniture and flooring.

He picked up and inspected several large semi-cylinders of the thin white bark of a sycamore, and finally chose two which seemed to suit him. Then he knelt by the fire and painfully wrote

1. secretively; done in a way to avoid notice
2. slyly; with stealth or deception

his face lit up with a glow of gratitude that was prayer, though he did not know it. Then furtively the percussion-cap box came out. He released the tick and put him on the long flat desk. The

1. A meal eaten outdoors, often in a park or countryside.
2. A social gathering where food is shared outside.

go. I saw you.” “Did you? Why, it’s funny I didn’t see you. I wanted to tell you about the picnic.” “Oh, that’s jolly. Who’s going to give it?” “My ma’s going to let me have one.” “Oh, goody; I

1. The reflexive form of "you," referring to the person being addressed.
2. Used to emphasize the subject "you."

in the world; it’s what makes great men and good men; you’ll be a great man and a good man yourself, some day, Thomas, and then you’ll look back and say, It’s all owing to the precious

1. A term for a workhorse or an old, steady horse.
2. A surname of English or Irish origin.

because there’s other ways of getting even on her, that ain’t so mean; but what of it? Old Dobbins will ask who it was tore his book. Nobody’ll answer. Then he’ll do just the way he always

1. Playing or frolicking in a carefree manner.
2. Engaging in boisterous or mischievous behavior.

she’d like to see me in just such a fix—let her sweat it out!” Tom joined the mob of skylarking scholars outside. In a few moments the master arrived and school “took in.” Tom did not feel a

1. The act of creating or writing something, such as music or literature.
2. The arrangement of elements in a work of art or design.

himself might well be proud of it. It may be remarked, in passing, that the number of compositions in which the word “beauteous” was over-fondled, and human experience referred to as “life’s

1. A feeling of deep sadness or sorrow, often without a clear cause.
2. A pensive or reflective sadness, sometimes with a poetic quality.

silence and sense of loneliness the more profound. The boy’s soul was steeped in melancholy; his feelings were in happy accord with his surroundings. He sat long with his elbows on his

1. (archaic) You (singular), used as the object of a verb or preposition.
2. (poetic) A form of 'you' in older or religious texts.

soon shall know.” “Then art thou indeed that famous outlaw? Right gladly will I dispute with thee the passes of the merry wood. Have at thee!” They took their lath swords, dumped their other

1. Laughing lightly or nervously in a restrained manner.
2. Making a series of soft, high-pitched sounds resembling laughter.

He felt that all eyes were fastened upon him; he imagined he was succeeding, and yet the tittering continued; it even manifestly increased. And well it might. There was a garret above, pierced

1. The emblems, symbols, or attire of royalty or high office.
2. The decorations or insignia associated with a particular rank or order.

among solemn monarchs of the forest, hung from their crowns to the ground with a drooping regalia of grapevines. Now and then they came upon snug nooks carpeted with grass and jeweled with

1. An arm or leg of a person or animal.
2. A large branch of a tree.

But say—where you going to dig first?” “Well, I don’t know. S’pose we tackle that old dead-limb tree on the hill t’other side of Still-House branch?” “I’m agreed.” So they got a crippled pick

1. An expression of mild disappointment or frustration.
2. The outer husks of corn or similar plants.

see how I’m fixed? If you was to tackle this fence and anything was to happen to it—” “Oh, shucks, I’ll be just as careful. Now lemme try. Say—I’ll give you the core of my apple.” “Well,

1. A tool with a broad blade and handle, used for digging or moving loose material.
2. To lift or move material with a shovel.

we only guessed at the time. Like enough it was too late or too early.” Huck dropped his shovel. “That’s it,” said he. “That’s the very trouble. We got to give this one up. We can’t ever tell

1. A unit of volume for liquids, equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters.
2. A container for holding liquids, typically made of plastic or metal.

a body. Now you better think ’bout this awhile. I tell you you better. What’s the name of the gal?” “It ain’t a gal at all—it’s a girl.” “It’s all the same, I reckon; some says gal, some says

1. Inhabited or visited by ghosts or spirits.
2. Troubled or disturbed persistently by memories, fears, or emotions.

as befitted the time and the circumstances, they struck far off to the right, to give the haunted house a wide berth, and took their way homeward through the woods that adorned the rearward side

1. To breathe noisily during sleep due to vibrations in the throat.
2. The sound produced by noisy breathing during sleep.

mysteriously. The stairs creaked faintly. Evidently spirits were abroad. A measured, muffled snore issued from Aunt Polly’s chamber. And now the tiresome chirping of a cricket that no human

1. A companion or associate, especially in shared activities or struggles.
2. A fellow member of a socialist or communist party.

was setting. Now one snore ceased. Injun Joe sat up, stared around—smiled grimly upon his comrade, whose head was drooping upon his knees—stirred him up with his foot and said: “Here! You’re a

1. A place where alcoholic drinks are served and consumed, often with food.
2. A small inn or lodging house, especially in historical contexts.

to have Huck’s company in public places. He was gone half an hour. He found that in the best tavern, No. 2 had long been occupied by a young lawyer, and was still so occupied. In the less

1. A complex, maze-like structure designed to confuse or challenge navigation.
2. A intricate or confusing arrangement, situation, or problem.

narrower crevices branched from it on either hand—for McDougal’s cave was but a vast labyrinth of crooked aisles that ran into each other and out again and led nowhere. It was said that one

1. A place where stone, minerals, or other materials are extracted from the ground.
2. An animal or person being hunted or pursued.

hesitating, and still climbed upward. Good, thought Huck, they will bury it in the old quarry. But they never stopped at the quarry. They passed on, up the summit. They plunged into the

1. A type of flowering plant in the cashew family, known for its red berries.
2. The dried and ground berries used as a spice, especially in Middle Eastern cuisine.

minutes later the old man and his sons, well armed, were up the hill, and just entering the sumach path on tiptoe, their weapons in their hands. Huck accompanied them no further. He hid behind a

1. A boy or young man (informal).
2. A lively or mischievous young man.

Tom accosted him; and “led up” warily to opportunities for remark about Becky, but the giddy lad never could see the bait. Tom watched and watched, hoping whenever a frisking frock came in

1. A set of steps or rungs for climbing over a fence or wall.
2. A vertical piece in a panel or frame, as in a door or window.

brought from the tavern was the treasure, as soon as he had heard the talk at the widow’s stile. He had only thought it was not the treasure, however—he had not known that it wasn’t—and so

1. Cylindrical blocks of wax with a wick, burned for light or fragrance.
2. Units measuring light intensity (obsolete).

waited for news; but when the morning dawned at last, all the word that came was, “Send more candles—and send food.” Mrs. Thatcher was almost crazed; and Aunt Polly, also. Judge Thatcher sent

1. Decorated with fresco, a painting technique on wet plaster.
2. Covered or adorned with frescoes, murals, or wall paintings.

they scarcely noticed that they were now in a part of the cave whose walls were not frescoed. They smoked their own names under an overhanging shelf and moved on. Presently they came to a

1. A long passage in a building with doors leading to rooms on either side.
2. A narrow strip of land connecting two larger areas.

and the girl shuddered at the thought of the dreadful possibilities. They started through a corridor, and traversed it in silence a long way, glancing at each new opening, to see if there was

1. A lightweight toy flown in the wind on a string.
2. A bird of prey with long wings and a forked tail.

better to explore some of these than bear the weight of the heavy time in idleness. He took a kite-line from his pocket, tied it to a projection, and he and Becky started, Tom in the lead,

1. An exclamation of joy, approval, or encouragement.
2. A cheer or shout of excitement.

around it, joined its homeward march, and swept magnificently up the main street roaring huzzah after huzzah! The village was illuminated; nobody went to bed again; it was the greatest night

1. A tiny spot or mark.
2. A small particle or fragment.

living body before the awful death came. Some said that now and then, in the cave, a faraway speck of light would glimmer, and then a glorious shout would burst forth and a score of men go

1. A small drop of liquid falling slowly.
2. A steady flow or trickle of liquid.

would have been plenty of weaklings ready to scribble their names to a pardon-petition, and drip a tear on it from their permanently impaired and leaky waterworks. The morning after the funeral

1. Serious and sincere in intention or effort.
2. A token or payment given as a pledge or promise.

in the cave!” “Tom—honest injun, now—is it fun, or earnest?” “Earnest, Huck—just as earnest as ever I was in my life. Will you go in there with me and help get it out?” “I bet I will! I

1. Wild, drunken, or immoral parties involving excessive indulgence in sex, alcohol, or drugs.
2. (Historical) Secret rites in ancient religions, often involving ecstatic worship.

too. It’s an awful snug place for orgies.” “What orgies?” “I dono. But robbers always have orgies, and of course we’ve got to have them, too. Come along, Huck, we’ve been in here a long time.

1. A version control system for tracking changes in source code.
2. A distributed revision control tool designed for speed and efficiency.

Huck!” Huck stared at the mystic sign awhile, and then said with a shaky voice: “Tom, less git out of here!” “What! and leave the treasure?” “Yes—leave it. Injun Joe’s ghost is round about

1. A unit of currency in Germany before the euro (≤30 words).
2. A type of medieval coin used in various European countries (≤30 words).

Last time, you kep’ me a-meowing around till old Hays went to throwing rocks at me and says ‘Dern that cat!’ and so I hove a brick through his window—but don’t you tell.” “I won’t. I couldn’t