| backward |
with the last part first; in a way that is the opposite of the usual way. |
| classmate |
a person in the same class as another at a college or school. |
| dinner |
the main meal of the day. |
| finally |
after everything else; at the final moment. |
| hate |
to have a very strong bad feeling toward something; to not like in any way. |
| herd |
the common people; most people. The expression "He (or she) follows the herd" means that a person tends to do what everybody else does, like a cow in a herd, and does not think for himself or herself. |
| medical |
having to do with the study or practice of medicine. |
| moist |
a little bit wet. |
| news |
information about important events happening in the present. The news is presented on television or radio or in a newspaper or magazine. |
| oar |
a long pole that is wide and flat at one end. Oars are used to row or steer a boat. |
| originally |
at first. |
| smack |
to hit noisily with an open hand; slap. |
| sum |
the number or amount that comes from adding two or more numbers. |
| van |
a tall, covered truck or car used to move people or goods. |
| warm |
having some heat; not cold. |