| amount |
measure; quantity. |
| blanket |
a large piece of thick material used to keep oneself warm. Blankets are often made of wool. |
| clue |
something that helps to solve a problem or mystery. |
| corridor |
a hall or passageway. |
| dull |
not interesting; boring. |
| gentleman |
a polite man. |
| 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. |
| outstanding |
better than most others; excellent. |
| path |
a track beaten by the feet of people or animals. |
| performer |
a person who sings, acts, or does some form entertainment for an audience. |
| ready |
prepared. |
| reservation |
something that keeps one from completely accepting or believing something; doubt. |
| shell |
a hard outer covering that an animal, especially a sea animal, has made to protect itself. |
| student |
a person who goes to a school or college. |
| tie |
to fasten with something like a string or rope. |