| axis |
a real or imaginary line through the center of an object, around which the object turns. |
| beyond |
past the farthest side of; farther on than; later than. |
| bluster |
to blow in a strong and noisy way. |
| classification |
the act of putting or ordering things into groups of similar things. |
| crush |
to cause to lose shape or become flat by pressing or squeezing very hard. |
| disappointed |
unhappy because what one hoped for did not happen or because something is not as good as one expected. |
| erosion |
wearing away of the earth's surface by wind or water. |
| fitness |
physical condition, especially the condition of one's muscles and heart. |
| nibble |
to eat in small bites. |
| packet |
a small bundle or parcel. |
| payment |
an amount that is paid. |
| repeatedly |
again and again; many times in a row. |
| secretary |
a person who writes letters, keeps records straight, and manages mail. A secretary might work for another person or for a business. |
| senate |
(capitalized) one of the two houses of the United States Congress, or a similar part of national government in other countries. |
| utter1 |
to give forth with the voice. |