| bleed |
to lose blood. |
| concrete |
a hard, strong building material made by mixing sand, gravel, cement, and water. |
| consumer |
someone who buys goods or services. |
| distress |
a state of great need or trouble. |
| economy |
the careful use of money, resources, and means of production. |
| eve |
(sometimes capitalized) the evening or day before a holiday or other special day. |
| function |
to run or operate, especially in a way that is normal or desired. |
| loyal |
showing devotion and faithfulness to someone or something. |
| mast |
a long upright pole that rises from the bottom of a sailboat or ship to support the sails and lines. |
| pastry |
baked goods, often sweet, made with a dough of flour, shortening, and water. |
| reservoir |
a place where water is collected and stored. Towns and cities often have reservoirs for their water supply. |
| talent |
a natural skill or ability. |
| testimony |
a statement made under oath before a judge in a court of law. |
| urge |
to push or drive forward or onward. |
| well-known |
famous; familiar. |