claw |
a thin, sharp, curved nail on the foot of an animal. |
code |
a set of rules or laws. |
curl |
to make into a curved shape. |
dust |
tiny, dry pieces of dirt or other material that is in the air and collects on surfaces. |
fable |
a short tale that teaches a lesson. The characters in fables are often animals who speak and act like people. |
flow |
to move in a smooth, steady stream. |
instrument |
a tool or mechanical device used for special work. |
protect |
to defend or keep safe from danger or harm. |
reporter |
a person whose job is to gather and report news for a newspaper or magazine, or for a television station or radio station. |
rise |
to move up in direction. |
soil1 |
the top layer of the earth's surface; dirt. |
strike |
a stopping of work as a protest for better pay or working conditions. |
town |
an area with streets, houses, and buildings that is similar to a city but usually smaller. |
tray |
a flat, open piece of wood, metal, plastic, or some other material, used to carry, hold, or show food, drink, or small things. It often has a low edge. |
usual |
most common; normal. |