| canal |
a channel of water made by humans for boat transportation or for bringing water to crops. |
| create |
to bring into being. |
| democracy |
a form of government in which power rests with the people, either directly or through elected representatives. |
| demonstrate |
to explain or describe, especially by modeling or using many examples. |
| dozen |
a group of twelve. |
| hollow |
having an empty space on the inside; not solid within. |
| lawsuit |
a legal case brought before a court, especially when a person or group has a strong complaint against another. |
| merriment |
lighthearted and happy enjoyment, especially in the company of others; gaiety; mirth. |
| overrule |
to rule or decide against. |
| release |
to set free. |
| scuff |
to become damaged by scraping. |
| slightly |
to a small degree or by a small amount; a little. |
| smudge |
a dirty mark or blot; stain. |
| surface |
the outside limit or top layer of something. |
| underdog |
a person or team that is expected to lose a contest in sports or politics. |