• voivode
    noun
    a title denoting a military leader or warlord in Central, Southeastern and Eastern Europe in use since the Early Middle Ages.
  • moulinet
    noun
    a sword-fighting technique—especially in sabre or historical fencing—where the weapon makes a circular, twirling motion with the wrist and elbow to gain momentum for a cutting strike.
  • proscenium
    noun
    the stage of an ancient Greek or Roman theater.
  • argent
    adj
    the heraldic color silver or white.
  • valise
    noun
    suitcase.
  • pinafore
    noun
    a sleeveless usually low-necked garment fastened in the back and worn as an apron or dress.
  • disquisition
    noun
    a long, formal, and elaborate written report or speech that provides a detailed, systematic analysis of a specific topic.
  • taffeta
    noun
    a crisp, smooth, high-sheen fabric traditionally made from silk, though modern versions often use polyester or nylon.
  • espalier
    verb
    train (a tree or shrub) to grow flat against a wall.
  • ombudsman
    noun
    a government official who investigates and tries to resolve complaints, usually through recommendations (binding or not) or mediation.
  • panniers
    noun
    bags, baskets, or containers, usually in pairs, slung over the sides of bicycles, motorcycles, or pack animals to carry gear.
  • planchet
    noun
    a small metal or plastic disk.
  • tisane
    noun
    an infusion (as of dried herbs) used as a beverage or for medicinal effects.
  • besotted
    adj
    utterly infatuated.
  • febrile
    adj
    marked or caused by fever; feverish.
  • ebullience
    noun
    the quality of lively or enthusiastic expression of thoughts or feelings; exuberance.
  • puerility
    noun
    the quality or state of being a child.
  • affiance
    verb
    to solemnly promise (oneself or another) in marriage; betroth.
  • triskelion
    noun
    an ancient symbol featuring three interlocking spirals or bent legs radiating from a central point.
  • hauteur
    noun
    arrogance; haughtiness.