| dingo |
a kind of wild dog found only in Australia. Dingoes have long legs, pointed ears, and yellowish brown or reddish brown fur. They hunt small mammals, but have learned to hunt sheep and cattle brought to Australia by European settlers. |
| DNA |
a substance found in cells that contains information about the characteristics of a living thing. DNA plays a part in the passing on of characteristics from parent to offspring. "DNA" is an abbreviation of "deoxyribonucleic acid." |
| dodo |
a large bird, now extinct, with wings so small that it could not fly. Dodos were once found on islands in the Indian Ocean. |
| down2 |
fine, soft, fuzzy feathers. Down covers young birds. Down is also found underneath the outside feathers of some adult birds. |
| elk |
a large deer found in northern Europe and Asia. It has large antlers shaped like a palm with spread fingers. In North America the same kind of animal is called a moose. [2 definitions] |
| fat |
a white or yellow oily substance found in some parts of animals or plants. Fat is made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. [1/4 definitions] |
| fiber |
a plant material found in food that is not digested by the body but that plays an important part in good health. [1/2 definitions] |
| fin |
anything that looks or works like a fin. Fins are often found on airplanes, boats, or cars. [1/3 definitions] |
| fly1 |
a strip of material along the edge of a piece of clothing that hides buttons or a zipper. Flies are usually found on the front of pants. [1/9 definitions] |
| fossil |
the remains or trace of a living animal or plant from a long time ago. Fossils are found embedded in earth or rock. |
| gazelle |
a kind of antelope found in Africa and Asia. Gazelles are mammals with hooves and long legs. They are graceful runners. Their horns are slightly curved and have dark rings. |
| gecko |
a small lizard with soft skin that eats insects. The gecko has a short body and large head and can climb walls and trees. It is found in tropical areas. |
| goldfinch |
a small finch with yellow and black markings, found in North America, Europe, and Asia. |
| goose |
a water bird that looks like a duck but is usually larger, with a longer neck and legs and a more pointed bill. Some geese are raised by farmers, and some are found in the wild. [1/4 definitions] |
| grizzly bear |
a large bear found in the northwestern United States and western Canada. The fur of the grizzly bear can be grayish or brown. |
| Gypsy |
a member of a group of wandering people who came from India long ago. Gypsies are now found throughout the world. [1/2 definitions] |
| hacienda |
a large estate used as a farm or ranch. Haciendas can be found in many countries where the people speak Spanish or in the southwestern United States. |
| hatch2 |
an opening in the floor, roof, or side of a building or vehicle. Hatches are often found on ships and allow passengers or cargo to pass through. [1/2 definitions] |
| hemp |
a tall plant first found in Asia. Hemp is an important source of fiber for rope and coarse cloth. [1/2 definitions] |
| heroin |
a drug made from a substance found in certain plants. Heroin is addictive and harmful. It is against the law to make, use, or possess heroin in the United States. |
| hickory |
a tree of the walnut family, found mostly in North America. The hickory has nuts that can be eaten and wood that is hard and useful. [1/2 definitions] |