| aide |
any assistant or person who gives support. |
| alcohol |
a clear liquid that burns easily and can be made from certain grains and fruits. Alcohol is present in such drinks as beer, wine, and whiskey. It is also used in making medicines and chemicals. |
| basically |
in an important or central way; at heart. |
| coarse |
having large grains or pieces, or a rough surface. |
| disability |
something that makes a person unable to do certain things that most people can do. |
| flatten |
to squash or compress. |
| hesitation |
the act of pausing because of not feeling sure. |
| neuter |
lacking a sexual aspect; asexual. |
| shawl |
a piece of fabric that is worn over the shoulders or around the head and shoulders. It is larger and heavier than a scarf. |
| spank |
to hit with the open hand or a hard object as punishment. |
| sympathy |
kind understanding and concern for others when they are sad, suffering, or having trouble. |
| tantrum |
a violent, noisy outburst of angry temper. |
| university |
a large school, where people both learn and do research. A student must finish high school before attending a university. Universities offer several levels of degrees. |
| warp |
to bend or twist out of shape. |
| youngster |
a young person; child. |