The Testament of Cresseid Glossary

The Testament of Cresseid Glossary

Quhen

A promiscuous woman known for sexual deviance.

Lent

A Christian holiday focused on the events leading to Jesus's death. It is typical for individuals to give up a desired object or activity during this 40 day period.

Oratur

An individual that is known for their public speaking skills.

Venus

The Roman godddess of love and beauty.

Bricht

For an object to emit a subtantial amount of light.

Nocht

The night-time or otherwise known as the time period after the sun has set.

Quihilk

The Scottish term for the word which.

Phisike

The practice of healing someone's injury through natural remedies.

Remeid

The Scottish word for remedy which refers to a treatment for an illness or injury.

Cresseid

The daughter of Calchas who acts as the guardian of the temple belonging to Venus.

Diomedes

A Greek hero who is known for his bravery in the Trojan war.

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