| cannon |
a large gun that is set on wheels or some other base. Cannons fire heavy shells. |
| during |
all through a certain period of time. |
| late |
happening after the usual or expected time. |
| leader |
a person who directs or guides others or who has the most power in a group. |
| lid |
a cover for a container that can be opened or removed. |
| loss |
failure to win; defeat. |
| pitch1 |
the throw of a baseball by the pitcher toward the batter, who tries to hit it. |
| root |
the part of a plant that grows under the ground. Roots take in water and food, and they hold the plant in the soil. |
| rope |
pieces of string, wire, or similar material twisted together to make a thicker, stronger line. |
| sensible |
having or showing good judgment; wise. |
| silent |
making or having no sound. |
| spot |
a mark that is different in color from the area around it. |
| starve |
to die or suffer from not eating. |
| strike |
a stopping of work as a protest for better pay or working conditions. |
| tale |
a story. |