| 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. |
| blind |
not able to see; having no sight. |
| coil |
to wind into circles. |
| 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. |
| funeral |
a ceremony for a dead person. |
| globe |
the world; planet Earth. |
| increase |
an addition in size or amount. |
| invest |
to put into use for the purpose of making money. |
| launch1 |
the act of putting into motion with force. |
| lousy |
(informal) nasty or mean. |
| mutiny |
to openly disobey or fight the leaders in charge or a lawful authority. |
| nerve |
any of the fibers that carry messages to and from the brain and other parts of the body. Nerves are bundled together into a complicated system that connects all parts of the body to the spinal cord and brain. |
| thorn |
a short, stiff point on a plant stem or branch. |
| tuft |
a group or clump of long strands that are attached at one end and loose at the other. Yarn, hair, and grass are some strands that can form tufts. |
| vision |
the ability to see; sight. |