What does "Twas" mean?
It means "It was."
What does 'kerchief' mean?
It means "handkerchief."
What does 'stirring' mean?
It means "movement."
What are 'coursers'?
They are "animals which draw a sleigh."
What are 'shutters'?
They are "window coverings that open from outside the window."
What is a 'sleigh'?
It is "Santa Claus' vehicle, also used in Alaska with dogs."
What does 'clatter' mean?
It means "noise."
What does 'lustre' mean?
It means "glow or illumination."
What does 'nestled' mean?
It means "comfortably in place."