| bud |
a swelling on a plant that can grow into new parts, such as leaves or a flower. |
| circle |
a line that curves so that one end meets the other. The line is made up of points that are all the same distance from the center. |
| damp |
wet, but not very wet. |
| den |
the resting place of wolves, lions, and other large wild animals. |
| healthy |
being free from sickness. |
| horn |
a hard, hollow growth on the head of certain mammals. Goats and sheep are some animals that have horns. |
| knot |
a tying together of material such as rope or string that is used to fasten. |
| lab |
a short form of laboratory. |
| raise |
to move to a higher position. |
| scarce |
not being enough; not easy to get. |
| service |
the work of a person who does things for other people. |
| smart |
intelligent; knowing a lot. |
| strain |
to hurt or injure something by using it too much. |
| subway |
a train in a city that carries passengers and travels under the ground. |
| tender |
not tough; soft. |