| automatic |
working or operating by itself. |
| barb |
a small, sharp point that sticks out in the opposite direction of the main point or hook, as on an arrow, fishhook, or the like. |
| completely |
entirely; absolutely. |
| crest |
a tuft of feathers, bone, or fur on an animal's head, or something that looks like this. The comb of a rooster is one kind of crest. |
| fate |
the power that is often believed to decide what will happen in human life or history. |
| frail |
weak or sickly. |
| gully |
a deep cut or ditch in the land made by running water. |
| ledge |
a narrow part like a shelf that comes out of a wall. |
| persuade |
to cause to do something by using reason or argument. |
| pledge |
a serious promise; vow. |
| prosper |
to be successful or have good luck; thrive. |
| quality |
a feature that makes a person or thing what it is. |
| slouch |
to sit, stand, or move with a bent, careless posture. |
| uproot |
to pull up or tear out of the ground by the roots. |
| vow |
to promise or pledge in a serious way. |