| clench |
to close tightly shut. |
| copper |
a reddish brown metal that is one of the chemical elements. Copper is used to make pipes, because it does not easily rust. It is used to make wires, because it is an excellent conductor of electricity. It can be combined with other metals to make alloys such as brass and bronze. |
| digest |
to break down into materials that can be absorbed and used by the body. |
| divorce |
to use the law to bring an end to a marriage with (someone). |
| fraction |
a part or very small part of a whole. |
| invade |
to enter as an enemy, by force, in order to conquer or plunder. |
| margin |
an edge or the area near it; border. |
| receptacle |
a container for receiving and keeping something. |
| roost |
a perch on which birds rest or sleep, or a place containing such perches. |
| skim |
to remove from the surface of a liquid, or to clear the surface of by removing fat or other floating matter. |
| sneer |
a look on the face that expresses scorn or lack of respect. |
| unless |
except on the condition that. |
| virtue |
right action or thoughts; goodness. |
| vocalist |
one who sings, especially a professional singer of popular music. |
| width |
the length of something from one side to the other. |