| bacteria |
microscopic organisms that often play a role in the decay of living things, the process of fermentation, and sometimes in causing disease. |
| break |
to make something come apart into pieces. |
| chalk |
a type of soft, white stone. Chalk is made into long thin shapes used for writing or drawing. |
| dress |
to put clothing on. |
| dull |
not interesting; boring. |
| fire |
the heat, light, and flames made when something burns. |
| opposite |
on the side that is across from another; facing. |
| reflection |
heat, light, or an image that bounces off an object or surface. |
| screen |
a piece of material made of woven wire. A screen covers a window, door, or other opening. |
| shear |
to cut off with scissors or a tool like scissors. |
| squad |
a small number of persons trained to work together. |
| squash1 |
to press into a flat mass. |
| straight |
without a curve or bend. |
| temper |
a usual state of mind of manner of feeling. |
| tender |
not tough; soft. |