| conscript |
a military recruit summoned by draft; draftee. |
| crossbreed |
to cause (a hybrid organism) to be produced by mating two different varieties of the same species. |
| economize |
to spend less money; lower expenses; be economical. |
| elixir |
a sweetened, aromatic solution of alcohol and water used as a vehicle for medicines. |
| impale |
to pierce and hold fast with a sharp-pointed instrument such as a spear. |
| machination |
(usually plural) elaborate or devious schemes. |
| misinterpret |
to comprehend incorrectly; misunderstand. |
| moot |
not clearly settled; arguable; debatable. |
| multiplicity |
a large number; abundance. |
| populace |
the people who live in a particular place. |
| proficient |
adept or skilled, usually as a result of study or practice. |
| rhetoric |
the art, ability, or study of using language effectively in speech or writing, especially to influence or persuade one's audience. |
| salvageable |
able to be saved or rescued from damage or destruction. |
| skiff |
a small, light boat that may have sails but can be rowed by one oarsman. |
| utilitarian |
of, concerning, or aiming at usefulness. |