| bead |
a small, round object made of material such as glass, wood, or plastic. A bead has a small hole through its center so it can be put on a string to make necklaces or to decorate clothing. |
| cannon |
a large gun that is set on wheels or some other base. Cannons fire heavy shells. |
| drown |
to die under water because of lack of air. |
| lamp |
a device that uses electricity, oil, or gas to produce light. A lamp usually stands on a desk, table, or floor. |
| midnight |
twelve o'clock at night. |
| outside |
the outer side or surface. |
| pack |
a container for carrying things on the back. |
| pearl |
a smooth, hard, round object that is formed inside the shell of some sea animals. |
| police |
a department of a town, city, or state government that protects people and their property and makes people obey laws. |
| sell |
to give something to someone in exchange for money. |
| send |
to cause to be carried to another place, especially by mail. |
| sensible |
having or showing good judgment; wise. |
| sin |
an act of not obeying religious law. |
| skin |
the thin outer covering of the body. |
| though |
used to connect two parts of a sentence when the meaning of one part seems to disagree with the other. |