| barren |
not able to produce or support growth. |
| copper |
a reddish brown metal that is one of the chemical elements. Copper is used to make pipes, because it does not easily rust. It is used to make wires, because it is an excellent conductor of electricity. It can be combined with other metals to make alloys such as brass and bronze. |
| coupon |
a small, printed slip of paper that gives someone a discount, admission to a performance, or a chance to win a prize. |
| critical |
likely to find fault. |
| dessert |
a sweet food served at the end of a meal. |
| elegant |
fine or rich in quality. |
| festive |
of, relating to, or intended for a feast or celebration. |
| genetic |
of, concerning, caused by, or influenced by heredity, especially by genes. |
| lousy |
(informal) nasty or mean. |
| meanwhile |
at the same time; during or in the time between. |
| medal |
a flat, small piece of metal that has a design or words stamped on it, used as an honor or reward. |
| neuter |
lacking a sexual aspect; asexual. |
| proper |
correct for a certain purpose. |
| single |
only one. |
| trauma |
an emotional shock that has a deep effect on one's life for a long time. |