axis |
a real or imaginary line through the center of an object, around which the object turns. |
clench |
to close tightly shut. |
cruise |
to travel at the same speed for a while. |
distress |
a state of great need or trouble. |
estimate |
a careful guess as to the amount, size, or value of something. |
gurgle |
to flow with a noisy, bubbling sound. |
meaningful |
full of significance; having an important message. |
mechanic |
a worker who is skilled in making, using, and repairing tools, machines, and motors. |
minister |
a person authorized to perform or help at the religious services of some religions. |
miracle |
an event that cannot be explained by the known laws of nature and is thought to be caused by a power not of the earth. |
stubble |
the stubs of crop stalks, as of corn, that remain in the ground after the crop has been cut. |
tax |
a sum of money paid to a government, which the government uses to pay for its services to the people and to maintain itself. |
vessel |
a hollow container for liquids. |
whine |
to make a long, high cry that expresses pain, complaint, or fear. |
wholly |
entirely; completely. |