| basic |
necessary as a base. Things that are basic need to be learned first or done first. |
| cure |
something that makes a sick person healthy or well. |
| ditch |
a long narrow opening in the ground used to drain away or supply water. |
| height |
the distance from the bottom to the top. |
| helicopter |
a type of aircraft that is held in the air and moved along by spinning blades attached to its top side. |
| hiss |
to make a sound as if holding an "s" for a long time. |
| lobby |
to try to influence people who make laws to vote in a way that supports what the group wants. |
| paste |
a mixture used to stick paper or other light materials together. |
| port |
a place where ships load, or the town or city near this place. |
| ship |
a large boat that carries people or things through deep water. |
| slap |
to hit with an open hand. |
| tack |
a short pin with a flat, wide head. |
| tank |
a large container used to hold liquid or gas. |
| trick |
to deceive someone. |
| vanish |
to disappear suddenly from sight. |