4.3.12 The Stunt Man

What is the meaning of these words and phrases?

1. armour
   • affectionate and loving
   • protective covering made of metal

2. get the hang of
   • manage to hold on to
   • begin to understand how to do something

3. fire extinguisher
   • hand device for putting out fires
   • a type of Molotov cocktail

4. close shave
   • close call, narrow escape
   • barber shop in Hollywood

5. insurance
   • something providing protection against things going wrong
   • something causing a strong feeling of insecurity

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