| axis |
a real or imaginary line through the center of an object, around which the object turns. |
| cell |
a tiny unit of plant or animal life, having a nucleus and surrounded by a very thin membrane. |
| comedy |
a play, film, story, or television show that is funny or happy. |
| critical |
likely to find fault. |
| electrician |
one whose job is to install or repair electrical equipment. |
| growth |
the process of becoming larger through natural development. |
| medal |
a flat, small piece of metal that has a design or words stamped on it, used as an honor or reward. |
| merit |
worth or high quality. |
| positive |
certain; sure. |
| scarcely |
almost not; just barely. |
| select |
preferred over others. |
| semester |
one half of a school or college year. |
| skilled |
having skill. |
| slouch |
to sit, stand, or move with a bent, careless posture. |
| tax |
a sum of money paid to a government, which the government uses to pay for its services to the people and to maintain itself. |