| argue |
to give reasons for or against something. |
| ashore |
to or onto the shore. |
| commemorate |
to honor the memory of. |
| copper |
a reddish brown metal that is one of the chemical elements. Copper is used to make pipes, because it does not easily rust. It is used to make wires, because it is an excellent conductor of electricity. It can be combined with other metals to make alloys such as brass and bronze. |
| gasp |
a sudden, brief taking in of air through the mouth, because of surprise or difficulty breathing. |
| major |
great in importance, position, or reputation. |
| pace |
rate of movement. |
| permission |
agreement from an authority that one may do something. |
| proof |
any material that proves something is true or real. |
| pulley |
a simple machine that makes lifting something easier. A pulley has a wheel or set of wheels with grooves that a rope or chain can be pulled over. |
| snout |
the front part of an animal's head that sticks out. The snout includes the nose, mouth, and jaws. |
| squirm |
to twist the body about; wriggle. |
| theatrical |
of or relating to dramatic performance or the theater. |
| well-being |
the condition of being healthy, happy, and comfortable. |
| whine |
to make a long, high cry that expresses pain, complaint, or fear. |