| blot |
a spot or stain. |
| boast |
to talk with too much pride; brag. |
| browse |
to examine things in a slow and casual way. |
| elastic |
able to stretch easily without breaking and then return to original form. |
| frill |
an unnecessary or superfluous ornament or luxury. |
| gratitude |
the feeling of being thankful; gratefulness. |
| host1 |
a person who entertains guests. |
| idol |
a statue or image of a god that is used as an object of worship. |
| introduction |
a part at the beginning of something, such as a book, article, or speech, that explains what will follow. |
| involve |
to have as a necessary part or result; include. |
| nab |
(informal) to catch or seize; arrest. |
| practically |
almost; nearly. |
| queasy |
feeling sick to one's stomach. |
| smolder |
to burn slowly and with smoke, but with little or no flame. |
| squelch |
to intimidate or silence, as with a crushing reply. |