| barely |
almost not at all. |
| bucket |
an open container with round sides, a flat bottom, and a curved handle at the top. |
| bully |
to frighten or hurt. |
| closet |
a small room or space for storing things such as clothes or supplies. |
| early |
near the beginning of something. |
| fort |
a strong building used for defense or for soldiers to live in. |
| herd |
the common people; most people. The expression "He (or she) follows the herd" means that a person tends to do what everybody else does, like a cow in a herd, and does not think for himself or herself. |
| joy |
a strong feeling of being happy. |
| menu |
a list of foods served at a restaurant. |
| prayer |
a request made to one's god, or the act of making a request to one's god. |
| sack |
a large bag made of thick paper or other strong material. A sack is used to hold grain, potatoes, supplies, or other heavy things. |
| safe |
providing protection from harm, loss, or damage; not dangerous. |
| shape |
the form of the outer surface or edge of an object. |
| slash |
to cut or strike with a strong, sweeping motion. |
| uniform |
a special suit of clothing worn by all members of a particular group. |