| alibi |
a way of defending oneself against criminal charges by showing that one was not at the scene of the crime when it happened. |
| attest |
to show or prove the truth of. |
| avenger |
one who inflicts suffering in order to punish or gain retribution for a wrong. |
| burrow |
a hole or tunnel dug by certain animals for use as a hiding place or home. |
| compact1 |
to pack closely and tightly together. |
| engagement |
a meeting with someone at a certain time; appointment. |
| engineering |
the study and practice of using scientific and mathematical knowledge to do practical things. Knowledge of engineering is needed to design and build roads, bridges, tools, and machines. |
| erode |
to wear away or eat into. |
| marathon |
a race in which participants run 26.2 miles. |
| nutrient |
something in food that helps people, animals, and plants live and grow. |
| orient |
to find the position of with respect to the points of the compass. |
| scope |
the range or extent of one's view or thoughts. |
| tart1 |
sour or acid in taste; sharp; biting. |
| technician |
a person whose work requires special skills. |
| wrath |
fierce anger. |