meager of poor quality or small amount; not full or rich.
morosely sullenly; gloomily.
mottled marked with blotches, streaks, and spots of different colors or shades.
mule a lounging slipper that does not cover the heel.
nail keg a barrel for holding nails.
"on the wheeler's butt" on the rump of the wheel horse, the horse harnessed nearest the front wheels of a vehicle.
