| biography |
the written story of the facts and events of a person's life. |
| bolt |
a metal or wooden bar on a door that slides into an opening in the frame. When the bolt is inserted into the frame, the door stays closed. |
| compass |
an instrument for showing direction. A typical compass has a moving magnetic needle that points north. |
| computer |
an electronic device that is used to store and sort information and work with data at a high speed. |
| foliage |
leaves on a tree or other plant. |
| fury |
very wild anger; rage; frenzy. |
| gamble |
to bet money or other things on the way a game, race, or other event will end. |
| mention |
to speak of briefly or in passing. |
| negotiation |
(often plural) discussions meant to help people agree on something. |
| residential |
used as a home or as a place for homes. |
| revolution |
the overthrow of a political system or government by force, and the setting up of a new government in its place. |
| sabotage |
secret activity that causes damage to enemy property or causes disturbance to an enemy's operations. |
| slouch |
to sit, stand, or move with a bent, careless posture. |
| trickle |
to fall or flow in drops or in a thin, weak stream. |
| unity |
the condition of being united or of acting as one. |