| abduct |
to carry off or lead away by force; kidnap. |
| align |
to place or arrange in a straight line. |
| annex |
to add or attach to something larger. |
| approximately |
about; almost exactly. |
| cease |
to stop or come to an end. |
| convertible |
able to be changed. |
| deft |
skillful, quick, and clever in action. |
| engineering |
the study and practice of using scientific and mathematical knowledge to do practical things. Knowledge of engineering is needed to design and build roads, bridges, tools, and machines. |
| forsake |
to leave or desert. |
| hamper1 |
to get in the way of. |
| infection |
the act of infecting or an instance or condition of being infected. |
| overabundance |
an excessive quantity or amount; more than is needed; surfeit. |
| pact |
an agreement or a sworn promise. |
| rebellious |
unwilling to accept one's situation or submit to the will of others. |
| utilize |
to put to a particular use; use. |