| animation |
the act or result of causing something to become lively or active. |
| architecture |
the act or process of designing buildings, or the profession of an architect. |
| democrat |
a member of the Democratic Party of the United States. |
| discharge |
to shoot or fire off. |
| ecstasy |
a feeling of great pleasure or joy. |
| ironically |
contrary to what seemed likely at first or to what one would naturally predict. |
| macho |
embodying or demonstrating a conception of masculinity emphasizing strength, assertiveness, and dominance. |
| profit |
the amount of money made by a business that is more than the amount put in at the start or paid out as expenses. |
| region |
a large space or area. |
| rivet |
a metal bolt that pins metal plates or other objects together. |
| rout1 |
a confused retreat of troops after they have been beaten. |
| signify |
to serve as a sign of; mean. |
| specialize |
to devote one's attentions to a specific pursuit or field of study. |
| swivel |
a device that allows the object fastened or mounted to it to turn freely or pivot. |
| technique |
the particular method or way of doing or performing something. |