VOA慢速英语:赫尔曼·梅尔维尔短篇小说《班尼托.西兰诺》Part Two

collapse - v. to fall down or become unconscious because you are sick or exhausted

señor - n. a title or form of address used of or to a Spanish-speaking man, corresponding to Mr.or sir.

recover - v. to become healthy after an illness or injury : to return to normal health

scurvy - n. a disease that is caused by not eating enough fruits or vegetables that contain vitamin C

survive - v. to remain alive; to continue to live

equipment - n. supplies or tools needed for a special purpose

temporary - adj. continuing for a limited amount of time : not permanent

faker - n. a person pretending to be something they are not