| alternate |
to take turns (usually followed by "with"). |
| blur |
to cause to run together or become confused. |
| cargo |
the goods carried by a ship, airplane, or other vehicle; freight. |
| correction |
the act of making something right or more accurate. |
| diplomat |
a person whose job is to handle relations with the governments of other countries. |
| dispute |
an argument or debate. |
| fertile |
producing or able to produce farm crops or other plant life. |
| jolt |
to shake up or cause to move with a jerk. |
| nursery |
a room where babies or young children sleep or play. |
| propeller |
a device used to make an airplane or ship move forward. A propeller is made of tilted blades that are attached to and spin around a hub. |
| republic |
a nation in which those who make the laws and run the government are elected by the people. |
| satellite |
a heavenly body that moves around a planet or another larger body. |
| shatter |
to break suddenly into small pieces. |
| strict |
requiring obedience or hard effort. |
| uncomfortable |
not feeling at ease. |