| abdomen |
the part of the body between the chest and the hips. The abdomen contains the stomach, intestines, and liver. |
| acute |
sharp; severe. |
| agony |
great or intense pain and suffering in the mind or body, usually over a long period of time. |
| contingency |
a future event that is possible but not likely. |
| curator |
one who oversees the activities and tends the collections of a museum, library, or the like. |
| document |
a written or printed paper that gives factual information or proof of something. Birth certificates, marriage licenses, and passports are kinds of documents. |
| extraordinary |
very unusual; far beyond the ordinary. |
| fascination |
the condition of having one's attention aroused and held, as by charm, beauty, or extreme interest. |
| fragile |
easily broken; delicate. |
| imply |
to hint or suggest without saying directly. |
| marvel |
a thing, person, or event that causes wonder or amazement. |
| oral |
spoken, rather than written; carried out by speaking. |
| unlimited |
having no limits, bounds, or restrictions. |
| verge |
the border or edge of something. |
| withstand |
to resist or stand up to; bear. |