| alcohol |
a clear liquid that burns easily and can be made from certain grains and fruits. Alcohol is present in such drinks as beer, wine, and whiskey. It is also used in making medicines and chemicals. |
| ancestor |
a person from whom one is descended and who lived several generations ago. |
| briefly |
in a way that is not lengthy; for a short time. |
| cackle |
sharp, broken laughter. |
| ceramic |
of or having to do with objects made of baked clay. |
| descend |
to move downward or to a lower position. |
| flex |
to bend again and again. |
| forge1 |
to form or shape by heating and hammering. |
| nowadays |
during these present times. |
| prank |
a teasing trick; stunt. |
| shuttle |
a bus, airplane, train, or spacecraft that travels the same route back and forth. |
| strategic |
related to the planning of a series of actions that are meant to lead to a large goal, especially in war. |
| territory |
the land and waters that belong to a country. |
| undertow |
a strong current of ocean water moving in the opposite direction from the waves moving toward shore. |
| utter1 |
to give forth with the voice. |