| barrel |
a large round container with a flat top and bottom that is used to keep liquids. Barrels are often made of wood. |
| burn |
to be on fire. |
| commander |
an officer who is the leader of a military unit. |
| country |
a large area of land where people live under the same government or have the same culture; nation. |
| dim |
having little or no light. |
| handle |
to do what needs to be done with something or someone; manage; control. |
| pencil |
a long, thin tool used for writing or drawing. Pencils are made of a narrow stick of wood with a dark gray or colored center. |
| plot1 |
the story line or order of events in a book, play, or movie. |
| praise |
to speak well of. |
| rack |
a frame or stand used to hold, hang, or show things. |
| salad |
a mixture of raw vegetables served with dressing. |
| smack |
to hit noisily with an open hand; slap. |
| sport |
an activity in which people compete against each other. Sports have rules and require certain physical skills. |
| towel |
a piece of soft cloth or paper used to dry the face, body, dishes, or other things. |
| wheelchair |
a chair on wheels that is used by people who cannot walk from place to place. |