Glossary - The Little Hero of Holland | Supplementary/Story
Glossary
dikes (n)
an embankment for controlling or holding back the waters of the sea or a river.
sluices (n)
a sliding gate or other device for controlling the flow of water, especially one in a lock gate.
trickling (v)
flowing in a small stream (a liquid)
numb (adj.)
deprived of the power of sensation.
chattered (v)
feeling cold and frightened that one can’t stop the upper teeth from against ones lower teeth.
crouching (v)
adopting a position where the knees are bent and the upper body is brought forward and down.
groan (v)
make a deep inarticulate sound conveying pain
shovels (n)
tool resembling a spade with a broad blade and typically upturned side, used for moving earth, coal, snow etc.