Island of the Blue Dolphins Chapter 23-28

shore the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or other large body of water.

anchor a heavy object attached to a rope or chain and used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom, typically one having a metal shank with a ring at one end for the rope and a pair of curved and/or barbed flukes at the other.

reflection the throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it.

sheltered (of a place) protected from bad weather.

deserted (of a place) empty of people.

nest a structure or place made or chosen by a bird for laying eggs and sheltering its young.

fledgling a young bird that has just fledged.

teetering move or balance unsteadily; sway back and forth.

frisked pass the hands over (someone) in a search for hidden weapons, drugs, or other items.

shield protect (someone or something) from a danger, risk, or unpleasant experience.

strand the shore of a sea, lake, or large river.

gash a long deep slash, cut, or wound.

scarcely only a very short time before.

reproach address (someone) in such a way as to express disapproval or disappointment.

smelt a small silvery fish that lives in both marine and fresh water and is sometimes fished commercially, in particular.

swoop (especially of a bird) move rapidly downward through the air.

clipped trim or remove the hair or wool of (an animal)

snare a trap for catching birds or animals, typically one having a noose of wire or cord.

howl a long, loud, doleful cry uttered by an animal such as a dog or wolf.