The Passamaquoddy-Maliseet Dictionary

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Entry Definition
(falling or flying object) s/he, it goes straight; (pitched baseball) s/he is strike
s/he convinces self
h/ calf (of leg); h/ muscle
s/he, it swings well
(man, boy) he is handy, versatile, able to do many things well; he is trustworthy
it is handy, it comes in handy
s/he is well paid, earns good salary
he is handsome
(man, boy) he makes himself look handsome
(boy) he is cute, is handsome
s/he sees something good
h/ facial expression shows that s/he sees something good
s/he has good teeth
(tire, shoe) s/he has good tread
it is beautiful to see (vista, etc.); it is easily seen (e.g., not camouflaged)
it is nice dawn (e.g., sunny)
it is clearly seen; there is enough light to see by
they see each other plainly or clearly
s/he sees well, has good eyesight; s/he has unobstructed view
it is a good-tasting soup or stew
s/he cooks supper
(furniture, clothing, bedding, etc.) they are nicely arranged or piled
it is fragrant, smells good
s/he eats supper
suppertime