| crook |
something bent, curved, or hooked. |
| flaw |
a fault or defect. |
| homeless |
having no place indoors to live. |
| interruption |
the act of stopping or breaking off something in progress. |
| italicize |
to print in italic type. |
| loosen |
to undo or release. |
| manual |
a book of instructions. |
| newly |
not long ago. |
| penitentiary |
a prison for people who have been found guilty of serious crimes. |
| punctual |
on time; prompt. |
| salute |
to show respect by raising the right hand to the forehead. |
| senior |
having served longer at a job or position. |
| suspense |
a state of excitement or anxiety that comes from mystery or doubt. |
| testimony |
a statement made under oath before a judge in a court of law. |
| weapon |
an object or device used to attack or defend. |