autograph |
the name of a person, especially a famous person, written in his or her own handwriting. |
bind |
to tie together or fasten tightly with a rope or cord. |
blunt |
having a dull edge or point; not sharp. |
challenge |
to invite to enter into a fight or contest of skill; dare. |
defiant |
showing no respect for authority; refusing to obey. |
election |
the process of choosing a person for office by voting. |
failure |
the act of not succeeding or not doing. |
improve |
to make better. |
intend |
to have in mind as something to do. |
lever |
a basic tool used to lift or pry things open. A crowbar is one type of lever. |
molten |
made liquid by very high heat. |
ramble |
to wander or stroll without any particular goal; roam. |
revolution |
the overthrow of a political system or government by force, and the setting up of a new government in its place. |
rink |
a smooth surface of ice used for ice skating or ice hockey. |
technology |
a field of knowledge having to do with the practical applications of science and industry, or the inventions and methods of solving problems that are produced through research in these areas. |