Coxswain- (noun) The steersman of a ship's boat. Fracas- (noun) A noisy, disorderly disturbance or fight. Scuttlebutt- (noun) Rumor/ gossip. Ramrod- (noun) A rod for ramming down the charge of muzzleloading firearm. Moored- (verb) Make fast to the shore or to the anchor. Chuckle- (verb) Laugh quietly or inwardly. Hibiscus- (noun) A plant of the mallow family, grown in warm climates for its large brightly colored flowers or for products such as fiber or timber.