| beam |
a long, strong piece of wood or metal used to support floors, ceilings or roofs. |
| biology |
the science that studies the growth and life processes of living things. |
| deception |
the act of causing someone to believe something that is not true. |
| effectively |
in a way that produces a successful result. |
| heir |
a person who receives or has the right to receive another person's property or title after that person's death. |
| literature |
writings that have lasting value. Literature includes stories, poems, plays, and essays. |
| nearby |
located close at hand; not far away. |
| negligent |
not showing proper concern; careless. |
| portion |
a part of a whole. |
| prank |
a teasing trick; stunt. |
| respectable |
displaying good breeding, manners, or character. |
| sizzle |
to make the hissing or crackling sound of frying fat or oils. |
| spouse |
a husband or wife in a marriage. |
| swish |
to move quickly, making a whistling or rustling sound. |
| wipe |
to clean or dry by rubbing lightly with a soft cloth, paper, or one's hand. |