Tontine -
an annuity shared by subscribers to a loan or common fund, the shares increasing as subscribers die until the last survivor enjoys the whole income
a scheme for life insurance in which the beneficiaries are those who survive and maintain a policy to the end of a given period
Ungulates - are a group of large mammals that are distinguished from other animals by the presence of hooves
Vermouth - a red or white wine flavored with aromatic herbs, made chiefly in France and Italy and used in cocktails.
Winnow - the act of separating grain from chaff.
Xeriscape - noun: a style of landscape design requiring little or no irrigation or other maintenance, used in arid regions.
yoni
symbol representing female genitals
Zeta - the sixth letter, a number value of 7, in names---it means born last
Abactor - One who steals and drives away cattle or beasts by herds or droves; a cattle rustler
Belle Epoque - the period (a golden age) of settled and comfortable life preceding World War I
Calamity - an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
Dastardly - wicked and cruel."pirates and their dastardly deeds"
Eremite - is a person who lives in seclusion from society, usually for religious reasons
Fain - happy; inclined; pleased
Gobsmacked - utterly astonished; astounded.
Hagiarchy - A sacred government run by saints or holy people.
