| abdomen |
the part of the body between the chest and the hips. The abdomen contains the stomach, intestines, and liver. |
| balk |
to stop suddenly and refuse to go on. |
| bond |
to bind together. |
| carat |
a unit of weight for diamonds and other gems, equal to one-fifth of a gram. |
| descendant |
one who comes from a given ancestor or ancestors. |
| dire |
causing, likely to cause, or involving terror or suffering. |
| discount |
an amount taken away from the full or regular price or cost. |
| eliminate |
to get rid of or destroy. |
| external |
of the outside or outer part. |
| foster |
to aid and encourage the growth or development of. |
| functional |
serving a purpose or able to serve the intended purpose. |
| insider |
one with privileged knowledge or access to it. |
| phobia |
a very strong fear or dislike of something that is far beyond ordinary fear or dislike. |
| seduce |
to lead into a course of action not considered proper or moral; corrupt. |
| swoon |
to lose consciousness; faint. |