| dictionary |
a book, or a source of information found on a computer, that lists the words of a language in alphabetical order, along with information about their meaning, spelling, and pronunciation. |
| efficient |
operating or working in a way that gets results, with little wasted effort. |
| headquarters |
(used with a singular or plural verb) the main office of any organization. |
| interrupt |
to cause to stop; break off. |
| merit |
worth or high quality. |
| plunge |
to thrust into something soft or liquid. |
| rare1 |
not often found or seen; not common. |
| reserve |
to hold back or save for later use. |
| sag |
to sink, hang, or bend downward in the middle. |
| secretary |
a person who writes letters, keeps records straight, and manages mail. A secretary might work for another person or for a business. |
| sleek |
smooth or shiny. |
| slobber |
to let liquid, especially saliva, dribble from the mouth; drool. |
| smear |
to spread or apply on or over a surface. |
| surgery |
an operation done by a surgeon. |
| whenever |
any time that. |