| ceremony |
a formal act or series of acts done in a particular way to honor a special occasion. |
| dreary |
gloomy, sad, or dull. |
| exhaust |
the smoke or gas given off by an engine. |
| gust |
a sudden rush or blast of wind. |
| investigator |
a person who makes a careful search for information usually in order to answer a question. |
| mattress |
a large pad that supports the body while sleeping, made of a strong fabric filled with soft material such as cotton, hair, straw, or foam rubber. |
| maximum |
being or having the largest amount or number possible. |
| minister |
a person authorized to perform or help at the religious services of some religions. |
| nectar |
the sweet liquid a plant makes that attracts insects and birds. |
| shame |
a painful feeling brought about by the knowledge that one has done something wrong or not proper. |
| tradition |
the handing down of a culture's beliefs and customs from parents to children over many years. |
| unfortunate |
having bad luck; unlucky. |
| union |
the act of joining together. |
| veil |
a thin piece of fabric or net worn over the face, head, or shoulders, or over some combination of these. A veil is used as a decoration or to hide a person's face. |
| vow |
to promise or pledge in a serious way. |