The Outsiders Vocabulary

Chapter 1

Holler

O(v.) to cry out OPage 5

Corvair

O(n.) a compact automobile produced by Chevrolet for the 1960–1969 model years.

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Madras

O(n.) is a lightweight cotton fabric with typically patterned texture and plaid

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Loping

O(v.) to run in a relaxed way with long strides

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Quivering

O(v.) to shake or move with a slight trembling motion

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Vacant

O(adj.) being without content or occupant; not put to use

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Unfathomable

O(adj) impossible to come to understand

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Gingerly

O(adj) very cautious or careful OPage 14

Tuff

O(adj.) slang for something cool or sharp

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Savvy

O(adj.) having practical understanding or knowledge of something

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