| author |
a person who writes books, stories, plays, or other works. |
| bite |
to cut with the teeth. |
| bury |
to cover in the ground with dirt. |
| doctor |
a person whose job is to treat and give medicine to sick people or animals. |
| exit |
a way out. |
| grade |
to rate for correctness or quality, usually by giving a letter or score. |
| huge |
very large in size or amount. |
| mainly |
for the most part; mostly. |
| poem |
a piece of writing different from ordinary writing in its special form, rhythm, and beautiful or interesting language. Poems are often short and express feelings. They sometimes use words that rhyme. |
| shortcut |
a quicker or more direct way to go somewhere. |
| slot |
a long, narrow opening into which something may be put. |
| steal |
to take something from another person without permission and in a way that is against the law. |
| swell |
to become larger because of growth or pressure. |
| thank |
to tell someone who has given you something or done something for you that you value their gift or action; to express your appreciation. |
| trouble |
serious difficulty. |