| backward |
with the last part first; in a way that is the opposite of the usual way. |
| boil1 |
the state of a liquid when it reaches a certain temperature and starts to turn into a gas. |
| both |
one and the other of two things or people. |
| homework |
work that a teacher asks students to do at home. |
| journey |
a long trip from one place to another. |
| lamp |
a device that uses electricity, oil, or gas to produce light. A lamp usually stands on a desk, table, or floor. |
| mayor |
the head of government in a village, town, or city. |
| meaning |
the message that is understood or intended when someone uses a word. |
| post1 |
a piece of wood, metal, or other material placed upright in the ground to mark or support something. |
| short |
not long in size or time. |
| soak |
to make completely wet; drench. |
| tack |
a short pin with a flat, wide head. |
| threaten |
to say that you will harm or punish some person or group if something that you demand is not done. |
| trust |
to believe that someone is good, honest, or able to be depended on. |
| voice |
the sound that comes from your mouth when you speak or sing. |