| bacteria |
microscopic organisms that often play a role in the decay of living things, the process of fermentation, and sometimes in causing disease. |
| bitter |
having a strong taste that is neither sweet nor sour. |
| clue |
something that helps to solve a problem or mystery. |
| dirt |
loose earth or soil. |
| freeze |
to make into ice or become solid from cold temperatures. |
| limb |
one of the large branches of a tree. |
| mower |
a machine with blades for cutting grass or other plants. |
| paddle |
an oar with a wide, flat blade and long handle. A paddle is used with both arms for moving a small boat through the water. A paddle is not attached to the boat. |
| palm |
the inner surface of the hand. |
| pinch |
an amount that can be picked up between the thumb and a finger. |
| rinse |
to wash off with water. |
| step |
each single movement of your foot as you walk. |
| still |
not moving. |
| sunset |
the moment each day when the sun goes below the western horizon. |
| wisdom |
good judgment and an understanding of that which is true or right. |