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Act I: Scene 4

hoodwink'd blindfolded.

common bound ordinary limit, with a pun on "bound," as bound to leap about and to be confined.

a pitch falconry term used to describe the height from which a bird of prey swoops to seize its prey.

case mask.

quote note or observe.

Queen Mab a fairy queen who controlspeople's dreams.

agate stone a hard, semiprecious stone.

atomi creatures as small as atoms.

long spinners' legs the legs of the crane fly.

sweetmeats any sweet food or delicacy prepared with sugar or honey.

suit a petition at court which requires the influence of the courtier for it to be heard, for which he will receive financial reward.

benefice an endowed church office providing a living for a vicar, rector, etc.

ambuscados ambushes.

Spanish blades the best swords were made with Spanish steel.

vain fantasy misleading flights of imagination. This is how Mercutio perceives love.

misgives feels fear, doubt, or suspicion.


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