| blue |
the color of a clear sky; the color between green and violet on the color spectrum. [1/3 definitions] |
| boarding school |
A boarding school is a school where students live while they are studying. Most children who go to boarding schools are between the ages of 13 and 18. Boarding schools often give special classes in things like music, art, or sports. Parents who send their children to a boarding school often feel that they will get an education that prepares them well for college. |
| book |
sheets of paper bound together between two covers. These pages can be blank or can have writing, printing, or pictures on them. [1/3 definitions] |
| bookmark |
a strip of leather, ribbon, or paper placed between pages to mark a place in a book. |
| booth |
A booth is a very small room or set of furniture built for the use of one person or a small group. A booth in a restaurant, for example, is made up of two comfortable benches facing each other. Between the benches, there is a narrow table. This kind of booth usually seats about four adults. |
| border |
the line between two countries, states, or towns. [1/5 definitions] |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina |
a country in southeastern Europe that lies between the countries of Serbia and Croatia. The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo. |
| bout |
a match or fight between two people in wrestling or boxing. [1/2 definitions] |
| bow2 |
a weapon used for shooting arrows. A bow is made of a curved strip of wood or other material with a cord stretched tight between the two ends. [2/4 definitions] |
| breast |
the front part of the body between the neck and the stomach; chest. [1/2 definitions] |
| bridge1 |
to form a connecting link over or between. [1/4 definitions] |
| briefcase |
A briefcase is a flat container that is often made of leather and has a handle. Briefcases are used for carrying things like papers or books. Adults often use them when they travel between home and work. |
| brotherhood |
a warm and close feeling between brothers or between people who feel like they are family. [1/2 definitions] |
| Burundi |
a central African country between Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The capital of Burundi is Gitega. |
| Cambodia |
Cambodia is a country in Asia. It lies between the countries of Thailand and Vietnam. Part of Cambodia lies along a sea coast. Many people come to Cambodia to see its ancient temples and to relax on its beaches. People in Cambodia speak a language called Khmer. |
| cancer |
(capitalized) a constellation located between Gemini and Leo. Cancer is also called the Crab. [2/4 definitions] |
| canine |
a pointed tooth between the front teeth and molars of many mammals. [1/3 definitions] |
| canter |
a horse's gait between a trot and a gallop. [1/2 definitions] |
| Capricorn |
a constellation between Sagittarius and Aquarius. Capricorn is also called the Goat. [2/3 definitions] |
| Caribbean |
When we talk about the Caribbean, we are talking about the part of the world that is made up of the Caribbean Sea and the islands that are in it. The Caribbean Sea is a large body of water that lies between North America and South America. It is part of the Atlantic Ocean. [1/2 definitions] |
| cartilage |
Cartilage is a kind of material found in the bodies of humans and certain animals. It is a white tissue that connects to bones. Cartilage is strong, but it is softer than bone. The main purpose of cartilage is to protect your bones and joints. There is cartilage between the bones that come together at your joints--like in your knees and wrists and elbows. The cartilage between the bones lets your them move smoothly in the joints and keeps them from scraping against each other. |