| anatomy |
the parts of a living thing and how they fit together. |
| bankrupt |
not able to pay money owed and free by law from having to pay. |
| cameo |
a stone carved so as to leave a slightly raised image of one color and a background of another, often worn as jewelry. |
| diva |
a renowned female opera singer; prima donna. |
| 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. |
| establishment |
the act of establishing. |
| gripe |
(informal) to complain continually; nag; grumble. |
| intimate |
very warm, friendly, or close. |
| lavish |
to give or spend a large amount or without limit. |
| nauseate |
to cause disgust or repugnance in. |
| optimum |
the situation, quantity, degree, or other condition that is most desirable. |
| regional |
of or relating to a particular geographical area. |
| shrine |
a sacred place or object that is devoted to some holy person or god. |
| thwart |
to hinder, oppose, or frustrate. |
| usage |
way or manner of using or treating something. |