The Entertainer Glossary

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The Entertainer Glossary

Patter

make a repeated tapping sound

Conscripted

enlisting someone forcefully in the army

Ingratiating

gaining approval

Retire

withdraw

Jingoistic

extreme patriotism

Bail

temporary release of someone accused of a crime

Hymn

religious song to praise God

Mediocrity

being adequate

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