| barrel |
a large round container with a flat top and bottom that is used to keep liquids. Barrels are often made of wood. |
| crooked |
bent, curved, or twisting. |
| equal |
having the same value, measure, or amount as something else. |
| flood |
a sudden, strong flow of water onto land that should not be under water. |
| gown |
a dress worn on special occasions. |
| habit |
a regular action or activity. |
| lifetime |
the length of time something is expected to work well. |
| light1 |
the form of energy that makes it possible for the eye to see. The sun produces light. |
| meet |
to see and begin to know someone; be introduced to. |
| narrow |
not wide. |
| peak |
the highest part of a mountain, or the highest part of anything. |
| person |
a human being. |
| poem |
a piece of writing different from ordinary writing in its special form, rhythm, and beautiful or interesting language. Poems are often short and express feelings. They sometimes use words that rhyme. |
| slide |
to move easily along a smooth surface. |
| soil1 |
the top layer of the earth's surface; dirt. |