| ability |
the power or knowledge to do something. |
| backyard |
an open area behind a house that belongs to the owner of the house. |
| base |
the part that supports something or that something stands on. |
| commander |
an officer who is the leader of a military unit. |
| decent |
kind and thoughtful. |
| fix |
to repair. |
| folk |
people in general. |
| fortune |
a large amount of money or wealth. |
| letter |
a symbol, such as "A" or "B," in writing that represents a sound in a language. |
| mountain |
a land mass with great height and steep sides. It is much higher than a hill. |
| never |
not at any time; not at all. |
| secret |
not seen or known by others; private. |
| sour |
having a sharp taste caused by acid. Lemons, vinegar, and yogurt are some things that are sour. |
| syrup |
a thick, sweet liquid. |
| television |
a piece of electronic equipment that receives sound and moving images that are sent from a long distance. Many people can watch the same programs on television at the same time. |