| alternate |
to take turns (usually followed by "with"). |
| basically |
in an important or central way; at heart. |
| coarse |
having large grains or pieces, or a rough surface. |
| core |
the hard center part of certain fruits. |
| delay |
the act of putting off until a later time. |
| dread |
to be very afraid of. |
| flaw |
a fault or defect. |
| frame |
a structure made of parts that are joined together and that supports a larger object. |
| gamble |
to bet money or other things on the way a game, race, or other event will end. |
| intelligent |
having a great ability to reason and understand. |
| patriotic |
feeling or showing love for and loyalty to one's country. |
| plug |
an object made of cork, rubber, or other material used to block an opening. |
| rink |
a smooth surface of ice used for ice skating or ice hockey. |
| wise |
having understanding and good judgment about what is true or good. |
| wit |
(often plural) the ability to understand, think, or know. |