decorum polite behavior.
degradation the state of being lower in rank, status, or condition.
delf-case a cabinet for tableware named for popular glazed earthenware, usually blue and white, originating in the city of Delft.
despot anyone in charge who acts like a tyrant.
diabolical very wicked or cruel.
dilapidation decay.
dilatory inclined to delay; slow or late in doing things.
discomfiture uneasiness.
diurnal occurring each day; daily.
dree to endure or suffer; here, it is used to characterize sadness.
dunnut be 'feard don't be afraid.
dusky somewhat dark in color.
egress an exit.
ejaculation words spoken suddenly with emotion.
elf-bolts flint arrowheads.
elysium any place or condition of ideal bliss or complete happiness.
emissaries persons or agents, especially a secret agents, sent on a specific mission.
enigmatical perplexing or baffling.
epistle a letter, especially a long, formal instructive letter.
equanimity evenness of mind or temper.
excommunicated excluded from church membership.
fagots bundles of sticks and twigs.
farthing former small British coin equal to one fourth of a penny.
fastidiousness the state of being refined in a too dainty or oversensitive way, so as to be easily disgusted.
fender a low screen in front of a fireplace to keep hot coals in.
flags paving stones.
flaying whipping.
flighted frightened.
flogging a beating with a strap, stick, or whip, especially as punishment.
fortnight a period of two weeks.
frame go.
frame off be gone.
furze a prickly evergreen shrub.
