War Vocab

Carbine

A lighter, more compact firearm that is easier to handle on horseback than a long rifle

Roan

An animal coat color pattern defined by an even mix of white hairs and a dark base color

Compulsory

Mandatory, required; not optional

Glade

An open space or clearing inside a forest or woodland

Thicket

Densely wooded area; collection of trees, shrubs, wood

Appalled

Having strong feelings of shock or disapproval

Tethering

To tie an animal or object with a rope or chain so it stays restricted to a certain area

Perceptible

Capable of being perceived or detected; great enough for someone to notice it with their senses

Pommel

Rounded knob or projecting part found on a horse’s saddle (or gymnastics equipment)

Defaced

Lessening the value of something by ruining it, marking it up, or destroying

Council

A group of people chosen or gathered to make decisions, give advice, or manage

Ricocheted

To bounce or rebound after hitting something

Fusillade

A general discharge or outpouring of anything (simultaneous discharge of firearms)

Unscathed

Not impacted; unharmed; not hurt or affected