| assignment |
something given as a task, such as a job or lesson. |
| birthday |
the day on which a person was born, usually celebrated each year on that date. |
| chum |
(informal) a close friend; pal. |
| female |
being a member of the sex that produces eggs and gives birth. |
| harden |
to make less soft or more rigid. |
| length |
the distance from one end of something to the other. |
| originally |
at first. |
| runner |
a person who is moving along quickly on his or her feet, or a person who races on foot. |
| scream |
to make a loud high cry or sound. |
| sell |
to give something to someone in exchange for money. |
| shield |
a large, flat piece of strong material carried on the arm for protection. |
| singer |
a person who uses his or her voice to create music either as a job or hobby. |
| slash |
to cut or strike with a strong, sweeping motion. |
| surprise |
to suddenly do something (to someone) that is not at all expected. |
| tray |
a flat, open piece of wood, metal, plastic, or some other material, used to carry, hold, or show food, drink, or small things. It often has a low edge. |