| bacteria |
microscopic organisms that often play a role in the decay of living things, the process of fermentation, and sometimes in causing disease. |
| balloon |
a small bag made of thin material that is filled with air or some other gas and used as a decoration or toy. |
| blanket |
a large piece of thick material used to keep oneself warm. Blankets are often made of wool. |
| cloth |
material made by weaving. |
| court |
a place where legal matters are heard. |
| cousin |
the son or daughter of an aunt or uncle. |
| explore |
to travel in order to discover or search for something. |
| gesture |
to make a motion with the body that expresses a feeling or thought. |
| know |
to have information in your mind that comes from what you have learned or can see. |
| mind |
the part of a person that thinks, understands, remembers, imagines, and feels. |
| ranch |
a large farm where cattle, horses, or sheep are raised. There are many ranches in the plains of the United States. |
| shave |
to cut off hair very close to the skin. |
| sink |
to fall slowly to a lower level. |
| store |
a building or other place where you can buy things. |
| victory |
success in a game or war. |