| basin |
an open, shallow bowl used to hold water for washing. |
| catastrophe |
an event that brings great harm, suffering, or loss to a large area or many people; terrible disaster. |
| common |
associated with all sides or with all members of a group. |
| deem |
to consider, suppose, or judge. |
| embarrass |
to make uncomfortable or ill at ease. |
| erosion |
wearing away of the earth's surface by wind or water. |
| financial |
having to do with money or those whose job is to manage money. |
| focus |
to direct one's attention or efforts towards one thing; concentrate. |
| nudge |
to push gently or touch with the elbow to attract attention. |
| period |
a section of time with a set beginning and end. |
| priest |
a person who is authorized by a church to lead prayers and religious services. |
| quantity |
amount or number. |
| startle |
to cause to move suddenly. |
| strict |
requiring obedience or hard effort. |
| strip2 |
a long, narrow piece or area of mostly uniform width. |