| crank |
a device that moves things in a circle. Cranks have a lever attached at a right angle to the end of an arm that moves in a circle. Cranks are turned by hand or by another arm that connects to the lever. |
| darken |
to make more shadowy or less light. |
| demonstrate |
to explain or describe, especially by modeling or using many examples. |
| desperate |
not caring about danger because of great need. |
| express |
to make known (ideas, thoughts, or feelings). |
| extinguish |
to put out; stop the burning of. |
| genuine |
true to what is claimed; real. |
| lair |
a wild animal's shelter; den. |
| landlord |
a man or woman who rents property to others. |
| minister |
a person authorized to perform or help at the religious services of some religions. |
| shrill |
having a high, sharp sound. |
| suspect |
one who is believed to have committed a crime or done something wrong. |
| therapist |
one who specializes in treating people with psychological, emotional, or social problems. |
| vicious |
wicked; evil. |
| victim |
someone who is hurt, injured, or killed by a person, group, or event. |