| backward |
with the last part first; in a way that is the opposite of the usual way. |
| color |
a quality of light as our eyes see it. Red, blue, and yellow are some colors. |
| fence |
a structure used to mark off an area or to keep animals or people in or out. |
| free |
able to go where one wishes; not held back. |
| jewel |
a special stone that has been cut and made smooth. Jewels are used to make jewelry. |
| mainly |
for the most part; mostly. |
| mud |
wet earth that has turned soft. |
| news |
information about important events happening in the present. The news is presented on television or radio or in a newspaper or magazine. |
| razor |
a tool with a very sharp blade that is used for cutting hair close to the skin. |
| root |
the part of a plant that grows under the ground. Roots take in water and food, and they hold the plant in the soil. |
| squad |
a small number of persons trained to work together. |
| start |
to begin activity or operation. |
| stir |
to mix liquids together or move a liquid in a circle using your hand or an object. |
| strike |
a stopping of work as a protest for better pay or working conditions. |
| terrify |
to fill with great fear or terror; scare. |