Ch 19

Bedraggled- limp and soiled as if dragged in the mudPlying- a process used to create a strong, balanced yarn.Ransacked- a thorough search for somethingIncriminate- accuse: bring an accusation against; level a charge againstStrenuous- characterized by or performed with much energy or force; "strenuous exercise" Nudged- Reduced speed closing of the elevator doors when they are held open too long.Bide- To bear; to endure; to tolerateAdversary- someone who offers oppositionRapiers- a straight sword with a narrow blade and two edgesGesticulating- making gestures while speakingBung- a plug used to close a hole in a barrel or flaskAdders- a person who adds numbers