| acquire |
to get or come to have as one's own. |
| basin |
an open, shallow bowl used to hold water for washing. |
| crutch |
a support used to help injured people walk. A crutch is a pole with a padded top that rests under the arm. |
| elevate |
to raise or lift up to a higher physical position. |
| gleam |
a small or brief flash or beam of light. |
| gradually |
by small steps or degrees. |
| idol |
a statue or image of a god that is used as an object of worship. |
| italicize |
to print in italic type. |
| jinx |
someone or something that is believed to cause bad luck. |
| magnetic |
having to do with magnets and the way they work. |
| proverb |
a short, often-used saying that expresses something wise or true. |
| quake |
to tremble, shake, or shiver. |
| social |
living in groups or communities instead of alone. |
| stalk1 |
a plant's main stem. |
| undertake |
to decide or start to do. |