| balloon |
a small bag made of thin material that is filled with air or some other gas and used as a decoration or toy. |
| base |
the part that supports something or that something stands on. |
| birthday |
the day on which a person was born, usually celebrated each year on that date. |
| commander |
an officer who is the leader of a military unit. |
| front |
the most forward part or side of something. |
| grade |
to rate for correctness or quality, usually by giving a letter or score. |
| midnight |
twelve o'clock at night. |
| moist |
a little bit wet. |
| ranch |
a large farm where cattle, horses, or sheep are raised. There are many ranches in the plains of the United States. |
| snug |
small and comfortable; cozy. |
| strain |
to hurt or injure something by using it too much. |
| sweep |
to clear the floor of dirt or dust. |
| topic |
a subject of discussion, conversation, or writing. |
| unlock |
to open the lock of something. |
| wire |
a long thread of metal. |