| cut |
to divide or break open with a sharp tool such as a knife, saw, or scissors. |
| dam |
a wall built across a river or stream to stop the flow of water. |
| direction |
control or guidance. |
| draw |
to make a picture with a pen, pencil, or other writing tool. |
| elect |
to choose by means of voting. |
| essay |
a short piece of writing on a particular subject that contains the ideas and opinions of the author. |
| injure |
to harm or damage. |
| pat1 |
a light tap or stroke with the open hand or a flat object. |
| purse |
a bag used for carrying money and other personal things. A purse is often made of leather, cloth, or a similar material. |
| really |
in fact; actually. |
| seek |
to try to find; look for. |
| shady |
in the shade. |
| sheet |
a large piece of cloth used to cover a bed. |
| softly |
in a way that makes little sound; quietly. |
| thin |
small when measured from one side to the other or when measured around the outside; not thick. |