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Word List for Seaside Holidays of the Past
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| advent | The arrival or coming of something new. |
| attractions | Activities and places that interest people. |
| canopy | An overhead cover to protect people from the weather. |
| char-a-banc | A coach or wagon with seats, used for sightseeing. |
| embarrassingly | Feeling very awkward or ashamed. |
| essential | Unable to do without. |
| exhibition | Show or display something in public. |
| expeditions | A journey made in order to do something. |
| housekeeping | The money used to buy food and other items for the home. |
| leased | An agreement that allows someone to use a building or piece of land for money. |
| medicinal tonics | Something that makes you feel better. |
| modesty | Dressing in such a way that no part of the body, such as arms and legs was on show. |
| ornamental | Something that has been made to look beautiful rather useful. |
| parasol | A sunshade or light weight umbrella. |
| pavilion | An ornamental shelter where people could sit. |
| promenade | A place suitable for walking, beside the seashore. |
| picture house | Cinema |
| shuggy-boats | A fairground, ride found on the beach, in the shape of a boat that swings back and forth on ropes. |
| themed | A group of ideas that are linked together. |
| troupe | A group of actors or performers who travel between theatres. |
| windbreak | A piece of canvas, on poles, that is placed round people on the beach to keep the wind out. |