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Wordly Wise
Lesson #8
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| contain | v. To hold; to have within itself. |
| container | n. A jar., box or other object used for holding something. |
| digest | v. To change food that has been eaten into simpler forms that the body can use. |
| finicky | adj. Hard to please; fussy. |
| habit | n. 1. Something that a person does so often, that it is done without thinking. 2. A special kind of clothing worn by certain groups. |
| hinge | n. A joint on a lid or door that allows it to swing open or shut. |
| marsh | n. A low lying area, often covered with tall glasses |
| nursery | n. 1. A room or other place set aside for the use of babies and small children. 2. A place where plants are grown for sale. |
| rely | v. To count on; to look to for support. |
| reliable | adj. Trustworthy; not likely to fail |
| spine | n. 1. The backbone 2. A thin, sharp, stiff part that sticks out on certain plants and animals. |
| thrive | v. To do well; to grow strong and healthy. |
| marshy | adj. Soft and moist underfoot. |