| abscess |
a sore that forms within the tissues of the body and is filled with pus. Abscesses can be caused by an infection. |
| acronym |
a word formed by putting together the first letters or parts of a series of words in a longer phrase. |
| autonomous |
free and independent, as a state or an organism; self-governing. |
| chronology |
the order of events in time. |
| considerably |
to a quite large degree or extent. |
| consultation |
a meeting for the purpose of exchanging ideas and opinions or for giving or receiving advice. |
| dynamic |
full of energy and strength; lively; active. |
| engineer |
one who is trained in the use or design of machines or systems. |
| equivalent |
the same as or equal to another in force, value, measure, or meaning. |
| hovel |
a small, uncomfortable, dirty house or hut. |
| imprison |
to put or keep in a prison. |
| incinerate |
to consume by fire; burn completely. |
| insomnia |
difficulty in getting to sleep. |
| sprawl |
to lie, sit, or fall with the arms and legs spread out in a loose or relaxed way. |
| tier |
one of several rows or layers placed one above another. |