| although |
in spite of the fact that; even though. |
| brim |
the top edge of a hollow object such as a cup; rim. |
| cheat |
a person who acts in a dishonest way in order to gain something. |
| continent |
one of the earth's seven major areas of land. The continents are Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America. |
| cosmetic |
a preparation used on the face or body to make the person wearing it look more attractive. Lipstick, nail polish, and powder are cosmetics. |
| creation |
the act of making something or causing something to exist. |
| defense |
the act of protecting or guarding. |
| deserve |
to be worthy of or have a right to. |
| digest |
to break down into materials that can be absorbed and used by the body. |
| expert |
someone who knows a great deal about a particular thing. |
| lounge |
to lie or sit in a lazy way (often followed by "around"). |
| mongrel |
a plant or animal that is a mix of two or more breeds or kinds. |
| participation |
the act of taking part in. |
| plod |
to move in a slow, tired, or heavy way. |
| pollution |
poisons, wastes, or other materials that pollute. |