| attach |
to join, fasten, or connect. |
| cell |
a tiny unit of plant or animal life, having a nucleus and surrounded by a very thin membrane. |
| coastal |
of, at, or near the land next to the ocean. |
| defensive |
used to protect or guard against attack. |
| donate |
to give in order to help a charity or other group. |
| fascinate |
to attract and hold the attention and interest of. |
| flatten |
to squash or compress. |
| flunk |
(informal) to be unsuccessful; fail, as a student in an examination or course. |
| increase |
an addition in size or amount. |
| italicize |
to print in italic type. |
| normal |
close to what is usual, average, or standard. |
| permanent |
lasting or meant to last for a very long time; everlasting. |
| soot |
a fine, black powder made during burning. Soot collects in chimneys or is carried into the air in smoke. |
| symbol |
an object or picture that represents something else. |
| willingness |
the state of being ready or glad to do something without being forced to do it. |