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THE GOLDEN BIRD

consent
v. agree to do something, or to allow someone to do something

snap
v. cause something that is thin to break suddenly and quickly with a cracking sound

counsel
n. advice

shabby
a. showing signs of wear and tear a. mean and unworthy

tidings
n. information about recent and important events

merrymaking
n. a merry festivity

snore
v. breathe in a very noisy way while you are sleeping

droll
a. comical in an odd manner, amusing in an unusual way

bid
v. ask for or request earnestly

groom
n. a person whose job is to take care of and clean horses

thither
ad. to or toward that place

contrive
v. make or work out a plan for; devise

Pray
v. hope for something very much

gallows
n. a wooden structure used, especially in the past, to hang criminals from as a form of execution

bestow
v. give as a gift

rascal
n. a person who behaves badly or dishonestly but who is usually likable

roguery
n. reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

besought
v. (past and past participle of beseech) ask urgently and fervently to do something; implore; entreat

HANS IN LUCK

trump
n. (in bridge card game) a playing card of the suit chosen to rank above the others

puss
n. a cat

alight
v. come to rest, settle

trot
v. (horse) move in a way that is slightly faster than walking

bridle
n. a set of leather straps that are put around a horse's head to allow its rider to control it

smack
v. hit someone or something forcefully, usually making a loud noise

stumble
v. miss a step and fall or nearly fall

fling
v. move in an abrupt or headlong manner

puddle
n. a small pool of liquid on the ground, especially from rain

nosegay
n. an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present

heath
n. a tract of level wasteland; uncultivated land with sandy soil and scrubby vegetation

parched
a. dried out with heat

quench
v. cool (hot metal) by plunging into cold water or other liquid

clumsily
ad. in awkward and careless way

wheelbarrow
n. a cart for carrying small loads; has handles and one or more wheels

flask
n. bottle that has a narrow neck

ale
n. a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast

self-denial
n. a decision not to do or have something you want, esp. because it is good for you not to do or have it

christen
v. give (a baby) a Christian name at baptism as a sign of admission to a Christian Church

hark
v. listen; used mostly in the imperative

scrape
n. a difficult or slightly dangerous situation that you cause by your own silly behaviour

squire
n. a country landowner

sty
n. a pen for swine

aught
pron. anything at all

hitherto
ad. until now or until a particular time

stoop
v. bend the top half of the body forward and down

plump
v. drop sharply

plague
n. trouble or burden

JORINDA AND JORINDEL

birch
n. a tree with smooth, often white bark and thin branches

spray
n. a single small branch or stem with leaves and flowers on it

beheld
v. (past and past participle of behold) see or observe

meagre
a. (of amounts or numbers) very small or not enough

mumble
v. talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice

pluck
v. look for and gather

disenchant
v. free from spell or magic

dale
n. an open river valley (in a hilly area)

dewdrop
n. a drop of dew

alas
ad. by bad luck

THE TRAVELLING MUSICIANS

mischief
n. reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

slyly
ad. in cunning manner

hark
v. listen; used mostly in the imperative

rueful
a. feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses

broth
n. a thin soup of meat or fish or vegetable stock

jollily
ad. in happy and smiling

lodging
n. a temporary place to stay

peep
v. secretly look at something for a short time, usually through a hole

contrive
v. make or work out a plan for; devise

bray
v. laugh loudly and harshly

tumble
v. suffer a sudden downfall, overthrow, or defeat v. fall suddenly and sharply

hideous
a. so extremely ugly as to be terrifying

clatter
n. a rattling noise (often produced by rapid movement)

hobgoblin
n. (in stories) a small, ugly creature that causes trouble

scamper
v. move about or proceed hurriedly

coast
n. the act of moving smoothly along a surface, like a landslide

grope
v. feel with your hands, especially in order to find something when you cannot see easily

espy
v. catch sight of

spat
v. (past and past participle of spit) force out the contents of the mouth

rascal
n. a person who behaves badly or dishonestly but who is usually likable

abode
n. any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

OLD SULTAN

sorrow
n. the state of being sad

hedge
n. a line of bushes or small trees planted very close together

dainty
a. especially pleasing to the taste

morsel
n. a very small piece of food

barn
n. an outlying farm building for storing grain or animal feed and housing farm animals

stout
a. strong and determined

cudgel
n. a club that is used as a weapon

lock
n. a piece of a person's hair that coils or hangs together

rogue
n. a deceitful and unreliable person

boar
n. a male pig kept for breeding on a farm, or a type of wild pig

limp
v. proceed slowly or with difficulty

rascal
n. a person who behaves badly or dishonestly but who is usually likable

coward
n. a person who is not brave and is too eager to avoid danger, difficulty, or pain

THE STRAW, THE COAL, AND THE BEAN

hearth
n. an area near a fireplace (usually paved and extending out into a room)

leapt
v. (past simple and past participle of leap) jump or spring a long way

whence
ad. from what place, source, or cause

sheer
a. used to emphasize how very great, important, or powerful a quality or feeling is; nothing except

broth
n. a thin soup of meat or fish or vegetable stock

brethren
n. (plural) the lay members of a male religious order; brothers

lest
conj. in order to prevent any possibility that something will happen

mischance
n. an instance of misfortune

repair
v. go to (a place), especially in company

proposition
n. an offer or suggestion, usually in business

impetuous
a. likely to do something suddenly, without considering the results of your actions

prudently
ad. in way that shows care and thought for future

seam
n. a line where two things join, especially a line of sewing

BRIAR ROSE

gasp
v. breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted

kinsmen
n. (pl) male relative

scold
v. speak to someone angrily because you disapprove of their behaviour

spindle
n. any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object

mischief
n. the quality or nature of being harmful or evil

rove
v. move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food

spinning
n. creating thread

prophecy
n. a statement that tells what will happen in the future

jack
n. a device for turning a spit

spit
n. a long, thin, metal stick put through a piece of food, especially meat, so that it can be cooked above a fire

box
n. a slap with the hand on the side of a person's head given as a punishment or in anger

amiss
ad. in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner

slyly
ad. in cunning manner

ale
n. a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast

thicket
n. a dense growth of bushes

briar
n. Eurasian rose with prickly stems and fragrant leaves and bright pink flowers followed by scarlet hips

wretched
a. unpleasant or of low quality

draught
n. a serving of drink (usually alcoholic)

pluck
v. remove the feathers from a chicken or other bird so that it can be cooked and eaten

couch
n. a sofa

THE DOG AND THE SPARROW

sparrow
n. small brownish European songbird

peck
v. (of a bird) to hit, bite, or pick up something v. eat like a bird

scramble
v. bring into random order

carter
n. someone whose work is driving carts

cask
n. a cylindrical container that holds liquids

grumble
v. make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath

villain
n. a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately

tilt
v. incline or bend from a vertical position n. a sloping position or movement

bung
n. a round piece of rubber, wood, etc. that is used to close the hole in a container

drip
v. fall in drops v. let or cause to fall in drops

hatchet
n. a small ax with a short handle used with one hand (usually to chop wood)

plague
v. cause continual trouble or distress to

sulky
a. depressingly dark

flutter
v. fly unsteadily or hover by flapping the wings quickly and lightly

THE TWELVE DANCING PRINCESSES

sole
n. bottom part of a foot which touches the ground, or the front part of the bottom of a shoe

dame
n. a woman

counsel
n. advice

mischance
n. an instance of misfortune n. an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate

befall
v. happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance

simpleton
n. a person lacking intelligence or common sense

gown
n. a woman's dress, especially a long one worn on formal occasions

token
n. something you give to someone or do for someone to express your feelings or intentions

heir
n. a person who inherits some title or office

THE FISHERMAN AND HIS WIFE

pigsty
n. an enclosed area where pigs are kept

sparkling
a. shining with brilliant points of light like stars

enchanted
a. affected by magic or seeming to be affected by magic

streak
n. a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background

snug
a. warm, comfortable, and protected

filthy
a. disgustingly dirty

parlour
n. a room in a private house used for relaxing, especially one that was kept tidy for entertaining guests

doleful
a. filled with or evoking sadness

jog
v. stimulate to remember

bestir
v. make physical or mental effort

mutter
v. talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice

brink
n. a region marking a boundary

billow
n. a large sea wave

pomp
n. ceremonial elegance and splendor

rushlight
n. a candle consisting of a rush wick in tallow

THE WILLOW-WREN AND THE BEAR

wren
n. a very small, brown bird

thither
ad. to or toward that place; away from the speaker

wretched
a. unpleasant or of low quality

disreputable
a. not trusted or respected; thought to have a bad character

insult
v. speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse

summon
v. order someone to come to or be present at a particular place

midge
n. a small two-winged fly that is often seen in swarms near water or marshy areas where it breeds

hornet
n. large stinging paper wasp

gnat
n. a very small flying insect that bites animals and people

cunning
n. shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception

crafty
a. marked by skill in deception

plume
n. a long, soft feather

THE FROG-PRINCE

clog
n. a type of shoe made of wood, or with the top part made of leather and the bottom part of wood

bewail
v. regret strongly

alas
ad. by bad luck

weep
v. shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain

nasty
a. disgustingly dirty

marble
n. a type of hard stone, often with a pattern of irregular lines going through it

enchanted
a. affected by magic or seeming to be affected by magic

spiteful
a. showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt

abide
v. accept or act in accordance with

well-nigh
ad. almost or very nearly

deck
v. decorate or add something to something to make an effect

CAT AND MOUSE IN PARTNERSHIP

acquaintance
n. a person that you have met but do not know well

at length
ad. after a long time

provision
n. the act of providing something

altar
n. the table in Christian churches where communion is given

yearning
n. a strong feeling of wishing for something, especially something that you cannot have or get easily

font
n. bowl for baptismal water

christening
n. a Christian ceremony at which a baby is given a name and made a member of the Christian Church

lick
v. take up with the tongue

consent
v. agree to do something, or to allow someone to do something

devour
v. eat greedily v. destroy completely

wager
v. maintain with or as if with a bet

dainty
a. especially pleasing to the taste

verily
ad. in truth; certainly

THE GOOSE-GIRL

betroth
v. give to in marriage

trinket
n. cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing

brook
n. a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

yonder
a. distant but within sight

meek
a. quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive

scorching
a. hot and dry enough to burn or parch a surface

haughtily
ad. in an unfriendly way and seeming to consider yourself better than other people

treacherous
a. tending to betray

unruly
a. noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

plague
v. cause worry, pain, or difficulty to someone or something over a period of time

sulky
a. depressingly dark

cask
n. a cylindrical container that holds liquids

THE ADVENTURES OF CHANTICLEER AND PARTLET

harness
v. control something, usually in order to use its power

vagabond
n. a person who has no home and usually no job, and who travels from place to place

quack
v. make the usual sound of a duck

insolence
n. an offensive disrespectful impudent act

lustily
ad. in a way that is healthy, energetic, and full of strength and power

tread
v. put your foot on something or to press something down with your foot

waddle
v. walk unsteadily

bespoke
a. made for a particular customer or user

sulky
a. refusing to smile or be pleasant to people, usually because you are angry about something

reckoning
n. a bill for an amount due, a calculation that you make

apish
a. foolish or silly

cistern
n. an artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater

bride
n. a woman who has recently been married

garland
n. a circle made of flowers and leaves worn around the neck or head as a decoration

hillock
n. a small natural hill

RAPUNZEL

enchantress
n. a woman with magical powers

rampion
n. a Eurasian plant of the bellflower family, some kinds of which have a root that can be eaten in salads

pine
v. suffer a mental and physical decline, especially because of a broken heart

ail
v. cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed

clamber
v. climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling

descend
v. come as if by falling

braid
v. join three or more pieces of hair or string-like material by putting them over each other

tress
n. long lock of woman's hair

ell
n. a former measure of length (equivalent to six hand breadths)

skein
n. a length of wool or thread collected together into the shape of a loose ring

venomous
a. marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful

naught
n. complete failure n. a quantity of no importance

lament
n. a cry of sorrow and grief

FUNDEVOGEL

prey
n. animal hunted or caught for food

pail
n. a roughly cylindrical vessel that is open at the top

scold
v. speak to someone angrily because you disapprove of their behaviour

simpleton
n. a person lacking intelligence or common sense

chandelier
n. a decorative light that hangs from the ceiling and has several parts like branches for holding light bulbs

pursuit
n. act of following someone or something to try to catch

waddle
v. walk with short steps and the weight tilting from one foot to the other

beak
n. the hard, pointed part of a bird's mouth

drown
v. kill by submerging in water

heartily
ad. completely or very much

THE VALIANT LITTLE TAILOR

grumble
v. make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath

stitch
n. a piece of thread sewn in cloth

unbidden
a. without having been commanded or invited

hasten
v. speed up the progress of v. move at high speed

girdle
n. an encircling or ringlike structure

embroider
v. decorate with needlework

wag
v. move from side to side

valour
n. the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger

thicket
n. a dense growth of bushes

nimble
a. moving quickly and lightly

thither
ad. to or toward that place

inclination
n. a feeling that you want to do a particular thing

ragamuffin
n. a dirty untidy child in torn clothes

mite
n. a very small animal similar to a spider

hark
v. listen; used mostly in the imperative

bade
v. (past tense of bid) offer for something

valiant
a. very brave or bravely determined

cavern
n. any large dark enclosed space

courtier
n. an attendant at the court of a sovereign

betook
v. (past tense of betake) go somewhere

lest
conj. with intention of preventing

mischief
n. reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

dowry
n. money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage

subdue
v. get on top of; deal with successfully v. put down by force or authority

pelt
v. attack and bombard with or as if with missiles

belabour
v. explain something more than necessary

thrust
v. push (something or someone) suddenly or violently in the specified direction

sore
a. roused to anger

repent
v. be sorry you did or did not do something

bethought
v (past tense of bethink) think on reflection; come to think

gore
v. wound by piercing with a sharp or penetrating object or instrument

ado
n. delay or unnecessary activity

hew
v. strike with an axe; cut down, strike

foaming
a. producing mass of small bubbles

whet
v. sharpen by rubbing

tusk
n. a long pointed tooth specialized for fighting or digging

doublet
n. a man's close-fitting jacket

pantaloons
n. women's baggy trousers

rap
v. hit or say something suddenly and forcefully

yard-measure
n. a ruler or tape that is three feet long

HANSEL AND GRETEL

dearth
n. an amount of something that is too small: a lack

procure
v. get something, especially after an effort

plane
v. remove small strips of wood from a surface with a special tool

forsake
v. leave someone who needs or counts on you

sluggard
n. a lazy person

peep
v. secretly look at something for a short time, usually through a hole

wither
v. lose freshness, vigor, or vitality

naughty
a. badly behaved

reproach
n. disgrace or shame

yield
v. give up the control of or responsibility for something

crumble
v. fall apart v. fall into decay or ruin

morsel
n. a small amount of solid food; a mouthful

crutch
n. a wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground

entice
v. persuade someone to do something by offering them something pleasant

malice
n. the quality of threatening evil

mockingly
ad. in way that makes fun of someone or something

plump
a. having a pleasantly soft, rounded body or shape

dainty
a. especially pleasing to the taste

shrivel
v. wither, as with a loss of moisture v. decrease in size, range, or extent

grated
a. (of food) reduced to small shreds by being rubbed

lament
v. express sadness and feeling sorry about something

cauldron
n. a very large pot that is used for boiling

knead
v. press something, especially a mixture for making bread, firmly and repeatedly with the hands

dough
n. a flour mixture stiff enough to knead or roll

howl
v. cry loudly, as of animals

pinafore
n. a sleeveless dress resembling an apron; worn over other clothing

parlour
n. a room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax

THE MOUSE, THE BIRD, AND THE SAUSAGE

prosper
v. (of a person or a business) to be or become successful, especially financially

boastful
a. exhibiting self-importance

expatiate
v. speak or write about something in great detail or for a long time

sneer
v. show in an expression on your face or in your manner of speaking that someone or something is so foolish

simpleton
n. a person lacking intelligence or common sense

broth
n. a thin soup of meat or fish or vegetable stock

drew lots
v. (past tense of draw lots) make decision by choosing piece of paper

legitimate
a. authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law

booty
n. an amount of money or things of value

bare-faced
a. shameless and undisguised

avail
v. take or use v. be of use to, be useful to

forfeit
n. lose the right to do or have something because you have broken a rule

parted
a. separated

serve up
v. provide something or make something available to people

MOTHER HOLLE

spindle
n. a rod or pin serving as an axis that revolves or on which something revolves

harshly
ad. in an unkind or severe way

distress
n. a feeling of extreme worry, sadness, or pain

meadow
n. a field with grass and often wild flowers in it

cinder
n. a small piece of partly burned coal or wood

bidding
n. a request to be present

conscious
a. knowing and perceiving

clung
v. (past and past participle of cling) hold on tightly to

prick
v. make a small hole into, as with a needle

obedient
a. doing, or willing to do, what you have been told to do by someone in authority

exert
v. make a great effort at a mental or physical task

dawdle
v. waste time

LITTLE RED-CAP [LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD]

velvet
n. a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back

league
n. a former measure of distance by land, usually about three miles

plump
a. having a pleasantly soft, rounded body or shape

craftily
ad. in a way that is clever, and sometimes also slightly dishonest

nosegay
n. an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present

latch
n. a fastening device for a door or gate

devour
v. eat greedily v. destroy completely

bound
n. a quick, long jump

appease
v. relieve or satisfy (a demand or a feeling)

snip
n. a quick, short cut with scissors

entice
v. persuade someone to do something by offering them something pleasant

trough
n. a container (usually in a barn or stable) from which cattle or horses feed

THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM

betroth
v. give to in marriage

shudder
n. a sudden and brief shaking movement of the body, esp. because of an unpleasant emotion

inward
ad. toward the center or interior

strew
v. spread by scattering v. cover; be dispersed over

lentil
n. a very small dried bean that is cooked and eaten

sprinkle
v. distribute loosely

grim
a. worrying, without hope

cauldron
n. a very large pot that is used for boiling

cask
n. a cylindrical container that holds liquids

heed
n. attention or notice

lamentation
n. a cry of sorrow and grief

dainty
a. small and attractive in a delicate way

crouch
v. sit on one's heels

draught
n. a serving of drink (usually alcoholic)

lest
conj. with intention of preventing

recital
n. a detailed description of something or a list of things

TOM THUMB

puff
v. blow hard and loudly

make haste
v. hurry up

bridle
n. a set of leather straps that are put around a horse's head to allow its rider to control it

urchin
n. poor and often mischievous city child

clod
n. a piece of soil or clay

furrow
n. a long shallow trench in the ground (especially one made by a plow)

poke
v. push a finger or other pointed object quickly into someone or something

sulky
a. depressingly dark

parson
n. a person authorized to conduct religious worship

bawl
v. shout loudly and without restraint

pluck up heart
v. take courage in heart

roguish
a. playful in an appealingly bold way

grope
v. feel with your hands, especially in order to find or move towards something when you cannot see easily

snug
a. enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space

woeful
a. of very poor quality or condition

be undone
a. be without hope for the future, having experienced great disappointment

rick
n. a stack of hay

tumble
v. suffer a sudden downfall, overthrow, or defeat v. fall suddenly and sharply

dunghill
n. a small pile of solid animal waste

gulp
v. eat or drink food or liquid quickly by swallowing it in large amounts

dishearten
v. make a person lose confidence, hope, and energy

pantry
n. a small storeroom for storing foods or wines

reckon
v. judge to be probable v. think or believe

clatter
n. a rattling noise (often produced by rapid movement)

frolic
n. happy behaviour, like that of children playing

scythe
n. an edge tool for cutting grass, has a long handle that must be held with both hands and a curved blade

rip
v. tear or be torn violently, pull apart

RUMPELSTILTSKIN

shrewd
a. having or based on a clear understanding and good judgment of a situation

boast
v. speak too proudly or happily about what you have done or what you own

bewail
v. regret strongly

droll
a. comical in an odd manner

hobble
v. walk in an awkward way, usually because the feet or legs are injured

lass
n. a girl or young woman who is unmarried

hobgoblin
n. a small, ugly creature that causes trouble

whistle
v. make a high sound by forcing air through a small hole or passage, especially through the lips

manikin
n. a person who is very small but who is not otherwise deformed or abnormal

sorely
ad. in or as if in pain

slyly
ad. in cunning manner

CLEVER GRETEL

draught
n. a serving of drink (usually alcoholic)

daintily
ad. in an attractive, careful way, especially used about something small

scald
v. treat with boiling water

pluck
v. remove the feathers from a chicken or other bird so that it can be cooked and eaten

spit
n. a skewer for holding meat over a fire

hearty
a. large or (especially of food) in large amounts

baste
v. pour juices or melted fat over (meat) during cooking in order to keep it moist

glee
n. happiness, excitement, or pleasure

lament
v. express sadness and feeling sorry about something

THE LITTLE PEASANT

gossip
n. a sponsor at baptism n. someone who enjoys talking about other people and their private lives

proceeds
n. money obtained from an event or activity

parson
n. a person authorized to conduct religious worship

feast
n. a ceremonial dinner party for many people

tile
n thin rectangular slab of baked clay, used in overlapping rows for covering roofs

porch
n. a structure attached to the exterior of a building often forming a covered entrance

knave
n. a dishonest man n. jack in cards

soothsayer
n. person supposed to be able to foresee future

pinch
v. press something, especially someone's skin, strongly between a finger and a thumb

croak
v. utter a hoarse sound, like a raven

thither
ad. to or toward that place; away from the speaker

prophecy
n. a prediction uttered under divine inspiration n. knowledge of the future

rascal
n. one who is playfully mischievous n. a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel

treachery
n. betrayal of a trust

unanimously
ad. without opposition

contented
a. satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are

thence
ad. from that place or from there

apiece
ad. to or from every one of two or more (considered individually)

fleecy
a. soft and like a sheep's wool, or looking like this

FREDERICK AND CATHERINE

nigh
ad. near in time or place or relationship

crackle
v. make a lot of short, dry, sharp sounds

pop
v. go to a particular place v. release suddenly

rascal
n. a mischievous or cheeky person

cur
n. an inferior dog or one of mixed breed

endure
v. face and withstand with courage v. last and be usable

cock
n. faucet or tap

slopping
v. (of a liquid) spill or flow over the edge of a container, typically as a result of careless handling

sprinkle
v. distribute loosely

strew
v. spread by scattering v. cover; be dispersed over

meddle
v. try to change or have an influence on things that are not your responsibility

pedlar
n. a person who travelled to different places to sell small goods, usually by going from house to house

rogue
n. a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel

musing
n. a period of reflection or thought

chafe
v. cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

hinge
n. a piece of metal that fastens the edge of a door or window, allowing it to open or close

SWEETHEART ROLAND

envious
a. wanting something another person has

counsel
v. give advice to

pursue
v. follow in or as if in pursuit

perceive
v. become aware of through the senses

league
n. a former measure of distance by land, usually about three miles

entice
v. attract or tempt by offering pleasure or advantage

briar
n. Eurasian rose with prickly stems and fragrant leaves and bright pink flowers

fiddler
n. a person who plays the violin

pluck
v. pull something, especially with a sudden movement, in order to remove it

snare
n. a trap for catching birds or animals, typically one having a noose of wire or cord

enchantment
n. a very attractive and pleasing quality

desert
v. leave someone without help or in a difficult situation and not come back

bridal
a. of or relating to a wedding

SNOWDROP

ebony
n. tropical tree of southern Asia having hard dark-colored heartwood used in cabinetwork

prick
v. make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn

sprinkle
v. distribute loosely

vain
a. characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

spruce
a. neat in dress and appearance

meddle
v. try to change or have an influence on things that are not your responsibility

brethren
n. (pl, used as a form of address to members of an organization or religious group) brothers

pedlar
n. someone who travels about selling his wares (as on the streets)

bobbin
n. a small round or tube-shaped object around which thread is put

stay
n. a thin firm strip (as of plastic) used for stiffening a garment or part (such as a shirt collar)

nimbly
ad. in a way that is quick and exact either in movement or thoughts

ail
v. cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed

spite
n. the desire to annoy, upset, or hurt someone

malice
n. feeling a need to see others suffer

bier
n. movable frame on which coffin or corpse is placed before burial or cremation

bewail
v. express great sadness or disappointment about something

bemoan
v. complain or express sadness about something

besought
v. (past and past participle of beseech) ask urgently and fervently to do something

pomp
n. impressive and colourful ceremonies, especially traditional ceremonies on public occasions

THE PINK

bestow
v. give as a gift

tidings
n. information about recent and important events

suckle
v. feed a baby, especially a baby animal, with milk from the organ in the mother that produces milk

peril
n. a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury

plunge
v. move or fall suddenly and often a long way forward, down, or into something

hind
n. a female deer, especially an adult female red deer

wretch
n. a person who experiences something unpleasant

quilt
n. a decorative cover for a bed

poodle
n. a dog with curly hair that is usually cut short, except on its head, tail, and legs

procure
v. get something, especially after an effort

CLEVER ELSIE

woo
v. seek someone's favor

stipulate
v. say exactly how something must be or must be done

pitcher
n. a large, round container for liquids that has a flat base, a handle, and a very narrow raised opening

briskly
ad. in a quick, energetic way

stoop
v. bend the top half of the body forward and down

peer
v. look carefully or with difficulty

mason
n. a craftsman who works with stone or brick

howl
v. cry loudly, as of animals

lamentation
n. a cry of sorrow and grief

out-do
v. be more successful than

broth
n. a thin soup of meat or fish or vegetable stock

fowler
n. a hunter of birds

jingle
v. make a repeated gentle ringing sound, or to make things do this

THE MISER IN THE BUSH

diligent
a. characterized by care and perseverance in carrying out tasks

miser
n. someone who has a strong wish to have money and hates to spend it

dwarf
n. a creature like a little man with magical powers

grant
v. give or allow someone something, usually in an official way

fiddle
n. a violin

twig
n. a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division)

thrush
n. songbirds characteristically having brownish upper plumage with a spotted breast

caper
v. run and jump about in an energetic, happy way

brisk
a. active, fast, and energetic

plight
n. an unpleasant condition, especially a serious, sad, or difficult one

ponder
v. think carefully about something, especially for a noticeable length of time

rascal
n. one who is playfully mischievous n. a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel

gallows
n. (pl) a wooden structure used, especially in the past, to hang criminals from as a form of execution

whit
n. a tiny or scarcely detectable amount

vagabond
n. a person who has no home and usually no job, and who travels from place to place

ASHPUTTEL

nigh
ad. near in time or place or relationship

parlour
n. a room in a private house used for relaxing, especially one that was kept tidy for entertaining guests

frock
n. a one-piece garment for a woman

copse
n. a dense growth of bushes

hazel
a. of a light brown or yellowish brown color

sash
n. a long, narrow piece of cloth worn around the waist, or a strip of cloth worn over the shoulder

slut
n. a dirty untidy woman

spangle
n. a small piece of shiny metal, used especially in large amounts to decorate clothes

homeward
ad. toward home

curtsy
v. bend quickly at the knees, with one foot in front of the other, especially to show respect

clumsy
a. difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape

THE WHITE SNAKE

suspicion
n. a belief or idea that something may be true

brook
n. a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

waddle
v. walk unsteadily

spare no trouble
v. use a lot of effort, expense, etc. to do something

amend
v. change something, especially the words of a text

reed
n. any of various types of tall, stiff plants like grasses growing together in groups near water

gasp
v. breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted

lament
v. express sadness and feeling sorry about something

alight
v. get out of a vehicle or horse

forfeit
v. lose the right to do or have something because you have broken a rule

suitor
n. a man who courts a woman

mussel
n. a small sea creature that has a black shell with two parts that close tightly together

scorn
v. look down on with disdain

strew
v. spread by scattering

millet
n. a plant that is similar to grass, or the small seeds from this plant that can be eaten

THE WOLF AND THE SEVEN LITTLE KIDS

kid
n. a young goat

devour
v. eat greedily v. destroy completely

wretch
n. a person who experiences something unpleasant

bleat
v. produce the sound made by a sheep or goat

lump
v. group or chunk together in a certain order

dough
n. flour mixed with water and often yeast, fat, or sugar, so that it is ready for baking

meal
n. a substance that has been crushed to make a rough powder

meadow
n. a field where grass growing to be made into hay

at length
ad. after a long time

gorge
v. eat until you are unable to eat any more

thrust
v. push (something or someone) suddenly or violently in the specified direction

rattle
v. make short successive sounds

rumble
v. make a continuous low sound

THE QUEEN BEE

insignificant
a. small or not noticeable, and therefore not considered important

dwarf
n. a person who is much smaller than the usual size

marble
n. a type of very hard rock that has a pattern of lines going through it, feels cold

wicket
n. small gate or door (especially one that is part of a larger door)

tablet
n. a thin, flat, often square piece of hard material such as wood, stone, or metal

moss
n. tiny leafy-stemmed flowerless plants

disenchant
v. free from enchantment, free from illusion

tiresome
a. so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness

brink
n. the edge of a steep place n. a region marking a boundary

syrup
n. a thick sweet sticky liquid

THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER

conscience
n. feeling that you know and should do what is right and should avoid doing what is wrong

peaceably
ad. without violence or war, or in a peaceful way

stitch
v. fasten by sewing; do needlework

betimes
ad. before the usual or expected time; early

thriving
a. growing, developing, or being successful

dwarf
n. a person who is much smaller than the usual size

ply
v. work with (a tool, especially one requiring steady, rhythmic movements)

rap
v. strike (a hard surface) with a series of rapid audible blows

bustle
v. do things in a hurried and busy way

wight
n. a ghost, or a dead person who has come back to life

pantaloons
n. (pl) men's tight trousers that fasten at the foot or below the knee, worn in the past

into the bargain
ad. in addition to other facts previously mentioned

cobbler
n. a person who repairs shoes

twinkling
a. shining intermittently with a sparkling light

caper
v. run and jump about in an energetic, happy way

THE JUNIPER-TREE

peel
v. strip the skin off

cuff
v, strike (someone) with an open hand, especially on the head

buffet
v. strike repeatedly and violently

mist
n. a light rain or a collection of very small drops of water in the air that is like a fog

pincer
n. a hand tool for holding consisting of a compound lever for grasping

burnish
v. polish and make shiny

garret
n. floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage

hew
v. make or shape as with an axe

distress
n. a feeling of extreme worry, sadness, or pain

delicious
a. extremely pleasing to the sense of taste

lighten
v. make a difficult situation or responsibility easier

misery
n. a feeling of intense unhappiness

THE TURNIP

sow
v. place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth

turnip
n. widely cultivated plant having a large fleshy edible white or yellow root

blessing
n. something that is extremely lucky or makes you happy

curse
n. magic words that are intended to bring bad luck to someone

yoke
n. stable gear that joins two draft animals at the neck so they can work together as a team

till
v. work land as by ploughing, harrowing, and manuring, in order to make it ready for cultivation

sorely
ad. in or as if in pain ad. to a great degree

bethought
v. (past tense of bethink) think of something

contrive
v. make or work out a plan for; devise

graciously
ad. politely and pleasantly

vent
v. express a negative emotion in a forceful and often unfair way

spite
n. a feeling of anger towards another person that makes someone want to annoy

villain
n. a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately

lie in ambush
v. hide and wait for someone in order to attack them

roguery
n. conduct characteristic of a rogue, especially acts of dishonesty or playful mischief

trample
v. tread or stomp heavily or roughly

dangle
v. hang freely

nag
n. a horse, especially one that is too old to be useful

discern
v. detect with the senses

yonder
a. distant but within sight

CLEVER HANS

hay
n. grass that is cut and dried and used as animal food

sleeve
n. the part of a piece of clothing that covers some or all of the arm

suffocate
v. (cause someone to) die because of not having enough oxygen

bacon
n. meat from the back or sides of a pig, often eaten fried in thin slices

devour
v. eat greedily v. destroy completely

stall
n. a compartment in a stable where a single animal is confined and fed

rack
n. a frame or shelf, often formed of bars, that is used to hold things

scatter
v. throw something in different directions

stable
n. a building in which horses are kept

THE THREE LANGUAGES

count
n. a European man of the same social rank as an English earl

hark
v. listen; used mostly in the imperative

celebrated
a. famous for some special quality or ability

thither
ad. to or toward that place

precious
a. of great value because of being rare, expensive, or important

croak
v. utter a hoarse sound

furious
a. marked by extreme anger

token
n. a thing serving as a visible or tangible representation of a fact

fortress
n. a large, strong building or group of buildings that can be defended from attack

lodging
n. a temporary place to stay

peril
n. serious and immediate danger

howl
v. cry loudly, as of animals

devour
v. eat greedily

dismay
n. a feeling of unhappiness and disappointment

wag
v. move from side to side or up and down

amicably
ad. in friendly and peaceable manner

marsh
n. low-lying wet land with grassy vegetation, usually is a transition zone between land and water

cardinal
n. a priest of very high rank in the Roman Catholic Church

ecclesiastic
n. a Christian priest or official

therein
ad. (formal) in or into that thing or place

anointed
a. nominated or chosen as successor to or leading candidate for a position

consecrated
a. (of church or land) having been made or declared sacred

THE FOX AND THE CAT

esteemed
a. held in great respect

arrogance
n. being unpleasantly proud and behaving as if you are more important than other people

wretched
a. unpleasant or of low quality

piebald
a. having a pattern of two different colours of hair, especially black and white:

modest
a. not usually talking about or making obvious your own abilities and achievements

hound
n. a type of dog used for hunting

into the bargain
ad. besides

nimbly
ad. in a way that is quick and exact either in movement or thoughts

foliage
n. the leaves of a plant or tree, or leaves on the stems or branches

lurch
n. a sudden movement or change that is not smooth or normal

THE FOUR CLEVER BROTHERS

cunning
n. the quality or skill of being clever at planning something, especially by tricking other people

gallows
n. (pl) a structure, typically of two uprights and a crosspiece, for the hanging of criminals

meddle
v. try to change or have an influence on things that are not your responsibility

serve out
v. complete (a term in office, a prison sentence, etc.)

likewise
ad. in like or similar manner

goose
n. a tailor's smoothing iron with a gooseneck handle

hatch
v. (cause an egg to) break in order to allow a young animal to come out

crawl
v. move slowly or with difficulty, especially on hands and knees

bustle
n. busy activity

pounce
v. move down on as if in an attack

overset
v. overturn; turn or tip over

tack
n. a long, loose stitch

LILY AND THE LION

dreary
a. lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise

fierce
a. physically violent and frightening

soothe
v. make someone feel calm or less worried

enchanted
a. affected by magic or seeming to be affected by magic

courteously
ad. in a polite manner

whither
ad. to what place or state

thither
ad. to or toward that place

hazardous
a. involving risk or danger

pomp
n. ceremonial elegance and splendor

roving
a. moving from one area to another, travelling to different locations for one's job

repose
n. freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility)

casket
n. a small, decorative box, especially one used to keep jewellery in

eventide
n. the latter part of the day

counsel
n. an advice

smite
v. hit someone forcefully or to have a sudden powerful or damaging effect on someone

griffin
n. an imaginary creature with the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion

winged
a. very fast; as if with wings

pluck
v. pull something, especially with a sudden movement, in order to remove it

forthwith
ad. without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

forsaken
a. abandoned or deserted

forlorn
a. alone and unhappy; left alone and not cared for

dazzling
a. extremely attractive or exciting

chamberlain
n. an officer who manages the household of a monarch or noble

draught
n. a serving of drink

brood
n. a group of young birds all born at the same time

woe
n. big problems or troubles

comely
a. attractive in appearance

THE FOX AND THE HORSE

stable
n. a building in which horses are kept

adrift
a. not controlled and moving without a clear purpose or direction

melancholy
a. feeling of thoughtful sadness

shelter
n. temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons

woe-begone
a. sad or miserable in appearance

avarice
n. an extremely strong desire to obtain or keep wealth

dwell
v. remain for a time

carcase
n. body of a dead animal, especially a large one eaten by wild animals

den
n. a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws

fast
a. connected or attached in a way that is not easily unfastened

relent
v. do something you had refused to do before

THE BLUE LIGHT

render
v. give something such as a service to people

starve
v. be hungry, go without food

run-away
a. having escaped

chop
v. cut something into pieces with an axe, knife, or other sharp instrument

trifling
a. not worth considering, small or not important

perceive
v. come to an opinion about something, or have a belief about something

cavern
n. any large dark enclosed space

bind
v. tie something or someone tightly or to fasten something

tom-cat
n. a male domestic cat

manikin
n. a person who is very small but who is not otherwise deformed or abnormal

menial
n. a domestic servant

crafty
a. clever at achieving one's aims by indirect or deceitful methods

compel
v. force somebody to do something

contrive
v. make or work out a plan for

expedient
a. convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral

stratagem
n. a plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end

entreaty
n. earnest or urgent request

dungeon
n. a dark cell (usually underground) where prisoners can be confined

wreath
n. a ring made of flowers and leaves for ornamental purposes

cudgel
n. a club that is used as a weapon

THE RAVEN

enchantment
n. a magical spell

on no account
ad. not be done at any time or for any reason

draught
n. a serving of drink

fatigue
n. extreme tiredness

temptation
n. something that makes you want to do or have something that you know you should not

flask
n. bottle that has a narrow neck

howl
v. cry loudly, as of animals

wail
v. emit long loud cries

glimmer
n. a flash of light (especially reflected light)

provisions
n. (pl) supplies of food and other necessary things

league
n. a former measure of distance by land, usually about three miles

render
v. make over as a return

vagabond
n. a person who has no home and usually no job, and who travels from place to place

goblet
n. a bowl-shaped drinking vessel

THE GOLDEN GOOSE

despise
v. look down on with disdain

sneer
v. talk about or look at someone or something in an unkind way that shows you do not respect

hew
v. strike with an axe; cut down

draught
n. a serving of drink

sensibly
ad. with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner

parson
n. a person authorized to conduct religious worship

sexton
n. an officer of the church who is in charge of sacred objects

reverence
n. a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

whither
ad. to what place or state

christen
v. give a baby a name at a Christian ceremony and make him or her a member of the Christian Church

trot
v. move in a way that is slightly faster than walking

quench
v. suppress or crush completely

loins
n. (pl) part of the body that is above the legs and below the waist

THE WATER OF LIFE

sole
a. being one only, single

sugarloaf
n. conical moulded mass of sugar, refined sugar molded into a cone

haughtily
ad. in an unfriendly way and seeming to consider yourself better than other people

straiten
v. squeeze together

abide
v. put up with something or somebody unpleasant

linger
v. take longer than usual to leave or disappear

busybody
n. a person who meddles in the affairs of others

gape
v. be or become wide open

prey
n. animal hunted or caught for food

tarry
v. leave slowly and hesitantly

trance
n. a temporary mental condition in which someone is not completely conscious

famine
n. a severe shortage of food

forsake
v. abandon (someone or something)

shabby
a. showing signs of wear and tear a. mean and unworthy

errand
n. a short journey either to take a message or to take or collect something

betroth
v. give to in marriage

squire
n. (in the past in England) a man who owned most of the land around a village

THE TWELVE HUNTSMEN

proclaim
v. affirm or declare as an attribute or quality of v. declare formally; declare someone to be something

betroth
v. give to in marriage

fret
v. worry unnecessarily or excessively

resemble
v. appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

wondrous
a. extremely and surprisingly good

ante-chamber
n. a small room leading to a main one

stir
v. move very slightly

disposed
a. inclined or willing

constraint
n. something that controls what you do by keeping you within particular limits

restrain
v. keep under control; keep in check

faint
v. suddenly become unconscious for a short time, usually falling down

entreat
v. ask for or request earnestly

THE KING OF THE GOLDEN MOUNTAIN

laden
a. filled with a great quantity

plot
n. a small piece of ground marked out for a purpose such as building or gardening

prithee
v. please (used to convey a polite request)

ail
v. cause difficulty and problems for someone or something

fairy
n. a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

bond
n. an agreement with legal force

grin
v. smile a wide smile

adrift
ad. floating freely; not anchored

dreary
a. lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise

enchant
v. have a magical effect on someone or something

coil
n. a length of rope or wire curled to form a series of circles, one above the other

hither
ad. to this place

clad
a. (of people) dressed, or (of things) covered

soothe
v. cause to feel better

sorcerer
n. a man who has magical powers and who uses them to harm other people

remorse
n. a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)

fickle
a. likely to change your opinion or your feelings suddenly and without a good reason

parley
n. a discussion between two groups of people

DOCTOR KNOWALL

frontispiece
n. picture that faces the page of a book with the title on

nudge
v. push against gently

confess
v. admit that you have done something wrong, or to admit unwillingly that something is true

into the bargain
ad. in addition to other facts previously mentioned

denounce
v. accuse someone publicly of being something that is bad or wrong

reward
n. something given in exchange for good behaviour or good work

renowned
a. famous for something

terribly
ad. very badly

harness
n. a piece of equipment with straps and belts, used to control or hold in place a person, animal

delicate
a. having a thin, attractive shape

THE SEVEN RAVENS

christen
v. give a baby a name at a Christian ceremony and make him or her a member of the Christian Church

pitcher
n. a large, round container for liquids that has a flat base, a handle, and a very narrow raised opening

raven
n. the largest bird in the crow family, with shiny black feathers

croak
v. utter a hoarse sound, like a raven

fulfill
v. put in effect

sake
n. for the purpose of, in the interest of

grieve
v. cause to feel sorrow

fiery
a. like or suggestive of fire

flutter
v. move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

merrily
ad. in a joyous manner

innocent
a. having no knowledge of the unpleasant and evil things in life

THE WEDDING OF MRS FOX

faithful
a. firm and not changing in your friendship with

stone
ad. completely

moan
v. indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure

gloom
n. feelings of great unhappiness and loss of hope

woo
v. try to persuade someone to support you

widow
n. a woman whose husband is dead, especially one who has not remarried

solemnize
v. duly perform (a ceremony, especially that of marriage)

cudgel
n. a club that is used as a weapon

rabble
n. a disorderly crowd of people

bewail
v. regret strongly

doom
n. death, destruction, or any very bad situation that cannot be avoided

parlour
n. a room in a private house used for relaxing, especially one that was kept tidy for entertaining guests

THE SALAD

briskly
ad. in a quick, energetic way

cloak
n. a loose outer piece of clothing without sleeves

chirp
v. (especially of a bird) to make a short high sound or sounds

chatter
v. click repeatedly or uncontrollably

glitter
v. be shiny, as if wet

yonder
ad. at or in an indicated (usually distant) place

granite
n. a very hard, grey, pink, or black rock, used for building

roguery
n. reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

feign
v. make a pretence of v. make believe with the intent to deceive

treachery
n. betrayal of a trust

stain
v. color with a liquid dye or tint v. make dirty or spotty

scorch
v. burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color

wither
v. lose freshness, vigor, or vitality

bray
v. make the loud noise typical of a donkey

KING GRISLY-BEARD

haughty
a. unfriendly and seeming to consider yourself better than other people

conceited
a. too proud of yourself and your actions and abilities

make sport of
v. make fun of

maypole
n. a vertical pole that can be held by dancers celebrating May Day

grisly
a. extremely unpleasant or disgusting, and usually causing fear

fiddler
n. a musician who plays the violin

alms
n. (pl) money or goods contributed to the poor

boon
n. a thing that is helpful or beneficial

paltry
a. (of an amount of money) very small and of little or no value

scanty
n. smaller in size or amount than is considered necessary or is hoped for

pomp
n. impressive and colourful ceremonies, especially traditional ceremonies on public occasions

jeer
v. laugh or shout insults at someone to show you have no respect for them

chamberlain
n. an officer who manages the household of a monarch or noble

IRON HANS

roe
n. a small deer which lacks a visible tail and has a reddish summer coat that turns grayish in winter

scour
v. search a place or thing very carefully in order to try to find something

bale
v. remove water from a boat using a container

gild
v. decorate with, or as if with, gold leaf or liquid gold

rake
v. search in a container by moving the contents around quickly

sore
a. painful and uncomfortable because of injury, infection, or too much use

garland
n. a circle made of flowers and leaves worn around the neck or head as a decoration

ducat
n. gold coin formerly current in most European countries

lame
a. disabled in the feet or legs

limp
v. proceed slowly or with difficulty

snort
v. make an explosive sound by forcing air quickly up or down the nose

nostril
n. either one of the two external openings in the nose

gallop
v. (of a horse) to run fast so that all four feet come off the ground together

proclaim
v. declare formally; declare someone to be something

retinue
n. the group following and attending to some important person

CAT-SKIN

sin
n. the offence of breaking, or the breaking of, a religious or moral law

mantle
n. a layer of something that covers a surface

trinket
n. cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing

brooch
n. a decorative pin worn by women

besmear
v. cover with greasy or sticky substance

soot
n. a black powder composed mainly of carbon, produced when coal, wood, etc. are burned

pluck
v. remove the feathers from a chicken or other bird so that it can be cooked and eaten

rake
n. a garden tool with a long handle and long, pointed metal parts sticking out in a row at the bottom

curtsy
n. bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women

scullion
n. a kitchen servant employed to do menial tasks (especially washing)

slyly
ad. in cunning manner

SNOW-WHITE AND ROSE-RED

roe
n. a small Eurasian deer which lacks a visible tail and has a reddish summer coat that turns grayish in winter

stag
n. a male deer

bough
n. any of the larger branches of a tree

mishap
n. an instance of misfortune n. an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate

precipice
n. a very steep cliff

hob
n. a metal shelf next to a fireplace where pans were heated

perch
n. support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird)

bleat
v. produce the sound made by a sheep or goat

flutter
v. move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

clumsy
a. not skilful in the way you deal with or express something

thaw
v. (cause to) change from a solid, frozen state to a liquid or soft one, because of an increase in temperature

pry
v. open, move, or lift something by putting one end of a tool under it and pushing down on the other end

wither
v. (to cause) to become weak and dry and decay

fiery
a. like or suggestive of fire

wedge
n. a piece of something, like food or wood, in the shape of a triangle

sleek
a. having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light

grumble
v. make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath

uncouth
a. lacking refinement or cultivation or taste

feeble
a. lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality

reed
n. any of various types of tall, stiff plants like grasses growing together in groups near water

rush
n. a plant like grass that grows in or near water

toadstool
n. a mushroom, esp. a poisonous one

disfigure
v. mar or spoil the appearance of

booty
n. goods or money obtained illegally

gape
v. look with amazement; look stupidly

morsel
n. a small amount of solid food; a mouthful

heed
n. paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)

Words of Grimms' Fairy Tales