| cancer |
a disease in which certain cells divide and grow much faster than they normally do. |
| canvas |
heavy, strong cloth made of cotton, linen, or hemp. |
| comment |
a written or spoken statement of opinion. |
| constitution |
the set of basic laws by which a nation, state, or other organization is governed. |
| embroider |
to make or decorate with needlework. |
| genial |
cheerful and friendly. |
| myth |
a story or group of stories that form part of the traditional knowledge of a society. Myths often use imaginative plots and characters to explain how the world began and why nature and people behave the way they do. |
| omit |
to leave out; not include. |
| realm |
a royal kingdom. |
| scuffle |
to take part in a brief, confused fight. |
| snort |
to push air through the nose in a noisy, rough, and forceful way. |
| stress |
to place importance on or give special attention to; underline. |
| stride |
to walk with long, even steps. |
| throb |
to beat or pulse quickly and strongly. |
| trifle |
something that has very little value or importance. |