The Last Lesson: Word Meanings Class XII English Core

Word Meanings of Class 12 English Core chapter “The Last Lesson” by Alphonse Daudet: It is piblished in the textbook ‘Flamingo’. The word meanings have been given here by dividing the whole lesson into a few sections and each section is given at the beginning f each table of meanings.


I started for …………………………………………..……….out of breath.

WordsMeanings
dreada feeling of great fear or anxiety about something that may happen
scoldinga harsh or angry reprimand or rebuke
participlesa word that is formed from a verb and used as an adjective or a noun. For example, in the sentence “the swimming pool,” “swimming” is a participle.
temptinghaving an appeal or attraction that is difficult to resist
drafta system for selecting individuals, usually for military service
commanding officera person in authority who has control over others
bulletin boarda board on which announcements, notices, or bulletins are displayed
blacksmitha person who makes and repairs things made of iron or steel, especially horseshoes and other items for horses
apprenticea person who is learning a trade or skill from a skilled employer, often having signed a contract to work for a fixed period
reprimanda rebuke, especially an official one given by someone in authority
rebukean expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.

Usually, when… ………………………………..…………no more.

WordsMeanings
Bustleenergetic and noisy activity.
Unisonsimultaneous performance or utterance of sound or action.
Rappingto strike a hard surface with a series of rapid blows.
Commotiona state of confused and noisy disturbance.
Iron rulera straight strip or cylinder of a hard, rigid material used for measuring or drawing straight lines.
Frilledhaving a decorative edge or border with gathering or pleats.
Embroidereddecorative stitching on fabric with coloured thread.
Inspectionthe act of examining or reviewing something.
Primera book providing basic instruction in a subject.
Thumbedto turn the pages of a book, magazine, etc., quickly with one’s thumb.
Spectacleseyeglasses.

While I was wondering……………………………………..…….no more

WordsMeanings
Mountedclimbed and got seated
Graveserious and solemn
Attentivepaying close attention
Thunderclapa sudden and shocking event
Wretchescontemptible or despicable people
Nuisancesomething that is inconvenient or annoying
Grammarthe rules of a language
Saintsholy people in Christianity
Crankyirritable or easily annoyed
Honourrespect and admiration
Faithfulloyal and committed.

While I was thinking of …………………………………….in front of him

Word Meanings
participlea word that is formed from a verb and used as an adjective or noun.
reproachto express disapproval or disappointment in someone’s actions or behaviour.
enslavedto be forced to work for someone else without pay and without the freedom to leave.
grammarthe rules and system of a language that govern the way words are used to form sentences.
patiencethe ability to remain calm and wait without becoming frustrated or upset.
round handa style of handwriting characterized by rounded, flowing letters.
flagsa piece of cloth with a distinctive design that is used as a symbol of a nation or group.
beetlesa type of insect with a hard outer shell that typically has two pairs of wings.
cooedthe sound that a dove or pigeon makes.
motionlessnot moving or still.

Just like that……………………………..………………………..may go.”

WordsMeanings
Worn smoothMade smooth by use or rubbing.
Walnut treesA deciduous tree that produces walnuts.
HopvineA climbing plant with fragrant flowers that is cultivated for its bitter tasting aromatic cones (hops) used in brewing.
TrunksA large suitcase or chest used for storing clothes and other belongings during travel
CourageThe ability to do something difficult or dangerous despite fear or risk
LessonA period of learning or teaching, typically in a school or classroom.
ChantedSay or sing repeatedly in a melodious way
Ba, be, bi, bo, buA sequence of vowel sounds often used for teaching young children to read.
PrimerA book containing the basics of a subject, typically for children
SpelledSay or write the letters that form a word
EmotionalRelating to feelings
AngelusA prayer said at morning, noon, and evening in some Christian traditions
PrussiansA person from Prussia, a former kingdom and state in north central Europe
PaleHaving a reduced colour, especially because of illness, shock, or fear
Vive La France:A French phrase meaning “long live France,” often used as an expression of patriotism or support for the country
DismissedSent away or allowed to leave
Class 12 “The Last Lesson’ Word meanings

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