| anthropology |
the scientific study of humankind. People who study anthropology learn about the origins and development of human beings and their societies and customs. |
| cope |
to handle or deal with in a successful way (often followed by "with"). |
| crease |
a fold or dent made by heat or pressure. |
| dynasty |
a series of rulers from the same family or group. |
| escapade |
a wild adventure or prank, usually mischievous or mildly wicked. |
| fascination |
the condition of having one's attention aroused and held, as by charm, beauty, or extreme interest. |
| functional |
serving a purpose or able to serve the intended purpose. |
| garrison |
a military force that is located in a fort, village, or similar place. |
| guidance |
the act of guiding. |
| injunction |
a command or order, especially from a court, to do or refrain from doing something; authorization or prohibition. |
| mortgage |
a written agreement by which a bank or other institution agrees to lend money so that one can buy a property. The bank holds a claim to this property until the money is paid back. |
| segregation |
the practice of separating people according to groups, especially racial groups. |
| simulate |
to imitate or reproduce the appearance, sound, or other external characteristics or qualities of. |
| subordinate |
lower in rank or importance; secondary. |
| whim |
a sudden desire, thought, or change of mind. |