Billy Budd, Sailor Word Search
A free Billy Budd, Sailor by Herman Melville (1924) word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on characters, settings, and objects from the book, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Written by Herman Melville · First published 1924 · Novella.
Words to find: BUDD, CLAGGART, VERE, BELLIPOTENT, MUTINY, COURTMARTIAL, INNOCENCE, MARTYR, HONOR, MALDONED, NAVY, MEDUSA.
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Billy Budd, Sailor word list, defined
- MUTINY /ˈmjuːtɪni/ · noun
- A revolt by a group of people, especially sailors or soldiers, against their officers or leaders. A refusal to obey orders or authority. Related: rebellion, insurrection, uprising, revolt.
- INNOCENCE /ɪˈnɒsəns/ · noun
- The state of being innocent; freedom from guilt or sin. A quality of being pure and simple, often in a childlike way. Related: innocentness, purity, simplicity, naivety.
- MARTYR /ˈmɑːrtər/ · noun
- A person who suffers greatly or is killed because of their strong beliefs or actions. A person who gives their life for a cause or principle. Related: hero, saint, victim, sacrifice.
- HONOR /ˈɒnər/ · noun, verb
- A feeling of pride in oneself or one's achievements, or a sense of respect and admiration for someone or something. To give someone an award or recognition for their achievements. Related: pride, dignity, respect, glory.
- NAVY /ˈneɪvi/ · noun
- A branch of the armed services responsible for naval operations; a dark blue colour. The naval forces of a country. Related: marine, fleet, armada, naval force.
- MEDUSA /mɛˈdjuːzə/ · noun
- In Greek mythology, Medusa was a monster with snakes for hair and a gaze that could turn people to stone. In modern usage, a medusa is also a type of jellyfish with a similar appearance. Related: monster, beast, jellyfish, sea creature.
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