| basin |
an open, shallow bowl used to hold water for washing. |
| colonial |
of or related to a colony or colonies. |
| degree |
a stage or step in a course of action. |
| gleam |
a small or brief flash or beam of light. |
| invasion |
an act or instance of invading by an enemy or hostile army. |
| nearby |
located close at hand; not far away. |
| occurrence |
an event that takes place; incident. |
| operate |
to work or run. |
| prickle |
a small, sharp, pointed growth or extension, such as a plant thorn. |
| select |
preferred over others. |
| sly |
devious or not to be trusted. |
| tardy |
late or delayed. |
| therapist |
one who specializes in treating people with psychological, emotional, or social problems. |
| university |
a large school, where people both learn and do research. A student must finish high school before attending a university. Universities offer several levels of degrees. |
| wedding |
a ceremony of marriage. |