| bisect |
to cut or split into two equal parts. |
| circuit |
an act of moving or turning around. |
| decoy |
something used to attract animals or people into danger. Wooden decoys in the shape of birds or animals are often used by hunters to lead animals into a trap. |
| engineering |
the study and practice of using scientific and mathematical knowledge to do practical things. Knowledge of engineering is needed to design and build roads, bridges, tools, and machines. |
| extensive |
reaching or extending very far. |
| gala |
a happy celebration, especially a large, elaborate one. |
| hospitable |
open and receptive. |
| meditation |
sustained thought or self-forgetful concentration, especially for the purposes of religious devotion or relaxation. |
| minimize |
to make as small as possible. |
| occupant |
someone who lives or works in a place or fills a position. |
| poise |
a state or position of balance. |
| probe |
an instrument or tool used to explore the shape, condition, or depth of something that cannot be seen directly. |
| purely |
just; absolutely. |
| quarantine |
the keeping of a person, animal, or thing away from others to stop a disease from spreading. |
| secondary |
not first in importance or value; less important. |