| alcohol |
a clear liquid that burns easily and can be made from certain grains and fruits. Alcohol is present in such drinks as beer, wine, and whiskey. It is also used in making medicines and chemicals. |
| command |
an instruction meant to be obeyed; order. |
| contract |
an agreement that is supported by the law. |
| desperate |
not caring about danger because of great need. |
| diplomat |
a person whose job is to handle relations with the governments of other countries. |
| fertile |
producing or able to produce farm crops or other plant life. |
| flee |
to run away or escape. |
| gradual |
happening by degrees that are small and even. |
| gush |
to flood out in large amounts and with great force; spurt. |
| independent |
not ruled by another; ruling oneself. |
| perform |
to carry out; do. |
| pulley |
a simple machine that makes lifting something easier. A pulley has a wheel or set of wheels with grooves that a rope or chain can be pulled over. |
| stride |
to walk with long, even steps. |
| tinge |
to give a slight color to. |
| vehicle |
something used to carry and move people or things. |