| area |
a place or region. |
| basic |
necessary as a base. Things that are basic need to be learned first or done first. |
| brake |
a device used to slow or stop the motion of a vehicle or machine. |
| bridge |
a structure that goes over something such as a river or road so that people can travel from one side to the other. |
| builder |
a person who puts things together to make something, especially houses or other structures that people live or work in. |
| firmly |
in a way that uses some strength; not lightly. |
| 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. |
| hint |
a sign or suggestion that is not made in a direct way. |
| lick |
to pass the tongue over or along the surface of something. |
| mayor |
the head of government in a village, town, or city. |
| pale |
light in color. |
| screen |
a piece of material made of woven wire. A screen covers a window, door, or other opening. |
| shady |
in the shade. |
| song |
a short piece of music for singing. |
| tiny |
very small. |