| adoption |
the act of becoming the legal parent of a child who is not one's biological offspring. |
| annually |
once a year; yearly. |
| astound |
to cause surprise or wonder; amaze. |
| cattle |
large mammals raised on farms or ranches for their milk or meat. Female cattle are called cows. Male cattle are called steers or bulls. Young cattle are called calves. The ox and the yak are kinds of cattle. |
| craft |
a trade or occupation that requires skill with the hands. |
| defeat |
to win a victory over; beat in a game or battle. |
| dike |
a dam or high wall built to prevent flooding. |
| doze |
to sleep lightly or for a short time. |
| frequently |
often; many times. |
| military |
the armed forces. |
| seasonal |
having to do with the seasons or a particular season of the year. |
| token |
a symbol that stands for something larger and greater in value |
| tunnel |
an underground or underwater passage created so that people or vehicles can go through it. |
| visitor |
one who comes to see someone or something. |
| widen |
to make or become broader. |