| completely |
entirely; absolutely. |
| 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. |
| entry |
an act or instance of going or coming in. |
| frequently |
often; many times. |
| homesick |
longing for one's home. |
| immigration |
the act of coming to live permanently in a new country. |
| invest |
to put into use for the purpose of making money. |
| occupation |
the work a person does to earn a living; profession. |
| original |
first; earliest. |
| shaky |
shaking; trembling. |
| squeal |
a fairly long, loud, shrill sound or cry. |
| truant |
absent from school without permission. |
| update |
to provide (someone) with new or current information. |
| ward |
a large room in a hospital with beds for several patients, or a section for one type of patient. |
| wipe |
to clean or dry by rubbing lightly with a soft cloth, paper, or one's hand. |