| arch |
a curved structure made out of stone or brick and used to span an open space such as a door. |
| capability |
the quality of being skilled or able; ability. |
| culprit |
a person who is charged with or is guilty of doing something wrong. |
| griddle |
a flat pan or flat heated surface used in cooking. |
| headquarters |
(used with a singular or plural verb) the main office of any organization. |
| jeopardy |
danger of harm, death, or loss; at risk. |
| lighten1 |
to become brighter or less dark in color. |
| machinery |
machines in general. |
| mesh |
a material or article made of fiber woven to form open spaces, as in a net. |
| permanent |
lasting or meant to last for a very long time; everlasting. |
| smuggle |
to take in or out of a country illegally. |
| stake1 |
a sharpened or pointed post that is driven into the ground. Stakes can be used to mark a place or to support something. |
| tidings |
(sometimes used with a singular verb) news or information. |
| unsuccessful |
not resulting in or achieving the desired goal. |
| wonder |
to feel admiration, surprise, or amazement (often followed by "at"). |