| backyard |
an open area behind a house that belongs to the owner of the house. |
| border |
the outer part; edge. |
| both |
one and the other of two things or people. |
| dodge |
to avoid something by moving quickly aside or changing direction. |
| drown |
to die under water because of lack of air. |
| fact |
something known or proved to be true. |
| greet |
to use words or simple actions that show pleasure or respect when you meet someone or start a letter. |
| mustache |
the hair that grows above the upper lip. |
| nasty |
very bad to look at, smell, or taste. |
| press |
to put pressure on something, often with one's hands. |
| sack |
a large bag made of thick paper or other strong material. A sack is used to hold grain, potatoes, supplies, or other heavy things. |
| sailor |
a member of the navy who works aboard a ship. |
| ship |
a large boat that carries people or things through deep water. |
| smart |
intelligent; knowing a lot. |
| street |
a public road in a town or city. |