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What is the definition of 'reception' as per the transcript?

A formal party at which important people are welcomed.

Translate 'ribands' into English.

A ribbon (= a long, narrow strip of material used to tie things together or as a decoration).

How is 'immoderately' defined in the notes?

In a way that is more than is usual or reasonable, or is too much.

What does 'medley' refer to?

A mixture of different things, especially tunes put together to form a longer piece of music.

Define 'indiscretion'.

The quality of being indiscreet.

What is an 'escapade'?

An act involving some danger, risk, or excitement, because it is different.

What does 'inordinate' mean?

Much more than usual or expected.

What does the term 'ceased' mean in this context?

To stop something.

What is the term 'contralto' used for?

A woman singer with the lowest female singing voice, or this type of voice.

Define 'dreadful'.

Causing fear, shock, or suffering.

What is 'tortoise-shell'?

The hard shell of a turtle that is yellow, orange, and brown and that is used to make decorative objects.

Translate 'stout'.

(Especially of older people) fat and solid-looking, especially around the waist.

What is an 'attorney'?

A lawyer.

Define 'indiscreet'.

Saying or doing things that tell people things that should be secret or that embarrass people.

What does 'spatulate' mean?

Shaped like a spatula; rounded more or less like a spoon.

What is 'perspiration'?

Polite word for sweat (= a clear liquid passed through the skin).

Translate 'insouciance'.

A relaxed and happy way of behaving without feeling worried or guilty.

What does 'decipher' mean?

To discover the meaning of something written badly or in a difficult or hidden way.

Define 'handkerchief'.

A square piece of cloth or paper used for cleaning the nose or drying the eyes when they are wet with tears.

What is meant by 'tremulous'?

If a person's voice or a part of their body is tremulous, it is shaking slightly.

What does 'grotesque' refer to?

Strange and unpleasant, especially in a silly or slightly frightening way.

What are 'arabesques'?

A position in ballet in which the dancer stands on one leg with the other leg held out straight behind.

Define 'desolate'.

A desolate place is empty and not attractive, with no people or nothing pleasant in it.

What is 'pavement'?

A path with a hard surface on one or both sides of a road that people walk on.

Translate 'primrose'.

A wild plant with pale yellow flowers.

What does 'repugnance' mean?

A feeling of disgust caused by behaviour or beliefs, etc. that are very unpleasant.

What is 'gratification'?

Pleasure or satisfaction, or something which provides this.

Define 'monetary'.

Relating to the money in a country.

What is a 'hansom'?

A two-wheeled vehicle pulled by a horse, used like a taxi in the past.

What does 'lionised' mean?

To make someone famous, or to treat someone as if they were famous.

Define 'nonsensical'.

Silly or stupid.

What is 'bonbon'?

A sweet that is soft in the middle.

What does 'recede' mean?

To move further away into the distance, or to become less clear or less bright.

Define 'conscience'.

The part of you that judges how moral your own actions are and makes you feel guilty about bad things that you have done or things you feel responsible for.

What is a 'postponement'?

A delay to an event because someone plans or decides that it should happen at a later date or time.

What does 'innumerable' mean?

Too many to be counted.

Define 'obituary'.

A report, especially in a newspaper, that gives the news of someone's death and details about their life.

What is 'moped'?

A small motorcycle with pedals.

What does 'remonstrances' mean?

A complaint to someone or about something.

What is a 'proprietor'?

A person who owns a particular type of business, especially a hotel, a shop, or a company that makes newspapers.

What does 'solicitor' refer to?

A type of lawyer in Britain and Australia who is trained to prepare cases and give advice on legal subjects.

What is a 'parlour'?

A business that provides a stated type of personal service or sells a stated product.

What does 'surmounted' mean?

To deal successfully with a difficulty or problem.

Define 'contemplating'.

To spend time considering a possible future action, or to consider one particular thing for a long time in a serious and quiet way.

What does 'wearisome' mean?

Causing a person to be tired and/or bored.

What does 'indignation' refer to?

Anger about a situation that you think is wrong or not fair.

Define 'advisability'.

The fact that something should or should not be done in order to avoid a problem.

What is 'prejudice'?

An unfair and unreasonable opinion or feeling, especially when formed without enough thought or knowledge.

What is a 'mantelpiece'?

A shelf above a fireplace, usually part of a frame that surrounds the fireplace.