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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abstinence | refusing to engage in high risk behavior, including sexual activity and the use of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs |
| abuse | a situation in which one person threatens the physical or mental health of another. |
| active listening | concentrating on what is said so that you understand and remember the message |
| alcoholism | a disease in which a person develops a physical and mental need for alcohol |
| amino acids | the chemical building blocks of proteins |
| annual percentage rate APR | The annual rate of interest a creditor charges for using credit |
| anorexia nervosa | an eating disorder that involves an extreme urge to lose weight by starving oneself |
| apprenticeship | a training program that combines classroom instruction with on the job learning |
| baking | cooking food uncovered in the oven |
| binge eating disorder | an eating disorder that involves compulsive overeating |
| blended family | the type of family formed when a single parent remarries. Blended families can include children of each spouse and new children of the couple |
| bobbin | a small metal or plastic spool beneath the needle of a sewing machine, holds one of the two threads that form the stitch |
| body image | the mental concept you have of your physical appearance |
| body language | a person's posture, facial expressions, gestures, and way of moving. |
| boiling | Heating liquid at a high temperature so that bubbles rise continuously to the surface and break |
| braising | browning food in a small amount of fat then cooking it slowly in a small amount of simmering liquid until tender |
| broiling | cooking food directly under or over a glowing heat source. |
| budget | a plan for spending and saving money |
| bulimia | an eating disorder that involves bouts of extreme overeating followed by attempts to get rid of food eaten. |
| calories | Units used to measure the energy that you get from food and that you use for physical activity |
| carbohydrates | the nutrients that provide your body with ready energy |
| carbon monoxide detector | A device that sounds an alarm when a dangerous level of carbon monoxide is detected. |
| career | a series of related jobs in a particular field. |
| career cluster | a group of occupations that have certain characteristics in common |
| career path | the steps you take to reach your career goal |
| caregiver | anyone who provides care for an infant or young child, or for an older adult or person with a disability who needs assistance |
| care label | on a clothing item, a sewn-in label that includes care instructions |
| character | moral strength and integrity |
| childproofing | identifying potential hazards in the home and taking steps to keep them from causing harm |
| cholesterol | a white, wax-like substance that plays a part in transporting and digesting fat |
| chop | to cut food into small, irregular pieces. |
| closing costs | various fees due at the time the purchase of a home is finalized. |
| color schemes | color combinations that look good toether |
| communication | the process of sending and receiving messages between people |
| conflict | a clash among people who have opposing ideas or interests |
| consumer | someone who buys and uses products and services |
| convenience foods | foods that are partly pre pared or ready to eat |
| copyright | legal rights given to the people and companies that produce original works |
| CPR | Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; a first aid technique that combines rescue breathing with chest compression |
| cream | to beat shortening or another fat with sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy |
| credit | an arrangement in which you receive money, goods, or services now and promise to pay for them in the future |
| credit history | a pattern of past behavior in paying debts |
| credit limit | the maximum amount of credit that a creditor will extend to you |
| creditors | organizations that extend credit, such as banks, finance companies, and stores |
| credit rating | an evaluation of a consumer's credit history |
| credit report | a record of a particular consumer's credit transactions and payment patterns. |
| critical thinking | Applying reasoning strategies in order to make sound judgements |
| cross-contamination | the transfer of harmful bacteria from one food to another |
| cube | to cut food into evenly sized pieces that are about 1/2 inch on each side |
| custody | legally assigned responsibility for making decisions that affect children and providing for their care. |
| cut in | to mix a solid fat, such as shortening, with dry ingredients using a cutting motion |
| debit card | a card that deducts the cost of purchases from the user's account at the time of purchase |
| decision making process | a six step procedure for making thoughtful choices |
| deductible | a set amount that the holder of an insurance policy must pay for each loss before the insurance company pays out |
| defensive driving | taking steps to minimize the chances of an accident |
| dice | to cut food into evenly sized pieces that are about 1/4 inch on each side. |
| discrimination | treating certain people differently as a result of prejudice |
| diversity | variety |
| down payment | a portion of the purchase price that a buyer pays up front in cash |
| dry heat cooking | cooking food uncovered without adding liquid |
| eating disorders | extreme eating behaviors that can lead to serious health problems and even death |
| embryo | a developing baby during the first eight weeks of pregnancy |
| emotional maturity | the ability to understand and act on one's emotions in ways that are appropriate for an adult level of development |
| endorse | to give approval to a product in an advertisement |
| enriched | term indicating that many of the nutrients lost in processing a food have been added back |
| entrepreneur | someone who sets up and operates a business |
| environment | everything that surrounds you |
| ethics | the principles and values that guide the way you live |
| etiquette | accepted rules of behavior in a particular culture |
| expenses | the items that you spend your money on |
| extended family | a larger family group including not only parents and their children but also grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins. |
| fabric finishes | special treatments that improve the appearance, feel or performance of fabric |
| fads | clothing styles that remain popular for only a short time |
| family life cycle | a process of growth and change that families go through over the years. |
| fetus | a developing baby from the ninth week of pregnancy until birth |
| fiber | indigestible threadlike cells found in certain foods that contain carbs |
| fibers | very fine, hairlike strands of various lengths that are combines to create the yarns used to make fabric |
| finance charges | costs incurred when using credit, including interest and additional fees. |
| floor plan | a diagram that shows the main structural elements of a home or room |
| fold | to use a spoon or rubber scraper to gently add an air filled ingredient to a mixture |
| food allergy | condition in which the body's immune system reacts to a particular food substance as though it were a foreign invader |
| foodborne illness | sickness that results from eating food that is unsafe to eat |
| food intolerence | condition in which a person has trouble digesting a food or food component |
| fraud | deceitful conduct for personal gain |
| grief | the sorrow caused by the death of a loved one and the emotional adjustment to that loss |
| gross pay | the total amount of your earnings before deductions are taken out |
| heredity | the set of characteristics that you inherit from your parents and ancestors. |
| Identity theft | The illegal use of an individual's personal info |
| immunizations | vaccines that prevent specific diseases |
| impulse buying | making unplanned purchases with little or no thought |
| income | the money you take in and have available to spend |
| individual retirement account | also known as IRA; a plan that enables workers and their spouses to set aside money for retirement |
| infatuation | an intense romantic attraction |
| investing | committing money in the hope that it will make more money over time |
| job leads | information about specific job openings |
| job shadowing | spending time in the workplace with someone who has a job that interests you |
| joint custody | an arrangement in which divorced parents share legal responsibility for their children. |
| lactose intolerance | an inability to digest lactose, the form of sugar that is found in milk |
| large motor skills | physical skills that use the large muscles in the arms and legs |
| lease | 1. a legal document that specifies the rights and responsibilities of a landlord and tenant 2. an arrangement in which you pay a monthly fee in exchange for exclusive use of a vehicle for a specific length of time, such as three years. |
| long term goal | something you plan to accomplish months or years from now |
| low birth weight | a condition in which an infant weighs less than 5 1/2 pounds at birth |
| manufactured fibers | Fibers formed completely or in part by chemicals |
| mince | to cut food into irregular sized pieces that are as small as possible |
| minerals | nutrients that regulate body processes and tat form parts of many tissues, |
| moist heat cooking | Using hot liquids or steam to cook food |
| mortgage | a long-term home loan |
| natural fibers | Fibers that come from plants or animals |
| non verbal communication | The process of sending messages without words through the use of facial expressions and gestures. |
| nuclear family | The most basic family form, consisting of a husband, wife, and their children. |
| nutrients | chemicals found in food that help the body work properly |
| panfrying | cooking food in a small amount of fat over low to medium heat |
| pare | to cut away the skin of a fruit or vegetable using a paring knife or a peeler |
| peer pressure | the influence of people in your own age group |
| personal growth | the process of working toward your potential. |
| personality | the combination of characteristics that makes you different from every other person |
| poaching | cooking whole foods in a small amount of simmering liquid so that they keep their original shape |
| potential | the capability of becoming more than you are right now |
| prejudice | an unfair or biased attitude toward an individual or group |
| premature | born before 37 weeks of development |
| prenatal | before birth |
| pressure cooking | Using a special airtight pot to cook food quickly at a very high temperature |
| prioritize | to decide which goals and activities are most important to you |
| procrastination | The tendency to put off doing something until later |
| proteins | The nutrients your body uses to build and repair body tissues |
| rebate | A refund or part of the purchase price of a product |
| refusal skills | techniques for resisting negative peer pressure |
| relationships | The connections you have with other people |
| return policy | A retailer's rules for returning or exchanging merchandise |
| roasting | Cooking food uncovered in the oven |
| role model | A person who sets an example for others |
| roles | the parts you play when you interact with others. |
| saturated fats | Fats that are usually solid at room temperature |
| sauteing | Cooking small pieces of food in a small amount of fat over low to medium heat, stirring occasionally |
| self concept | The way you see yourself. Also called self image or identity |
| self esteem | The value or importance you place on yourself |
| "sell by" date | The last day a product may be sold. |
| sexual harrassment | Annoying behavior of a sexual nature |
| sexually transmitted diseases | Diseases that are spread through sexual contact |
| shop lifting | The theft of merchandise from a store by shoppers. |
| short term goal | Something you want to accomplish soon |
| shred | To cut or tear food into thin trips |
| simmering | Heating liquid to a temperature just below the boiling point. |
| single parent family | A family headed by one parent. |
| slice | to cut food into thin. flat pieces |
| small motor skills | Physical skills that use the small muscles of the hands and fingers |
| socialization | The process of learning how to interact with other people. |
| staples | Basic food items you use regularly, such as flour, sugar, rice, and pasta. |
| steaming | Cooking food over, but not in, boiling water |
| stereotype | A belief that all people in a particular group have the same qualities or act the same |
| stewing | Cooking small pieces of food in a small amount of simmering liquid |
| stir | To mix slowly in a circular or figure 8 motion with a spoon or a wire whisk |
| stir frying | stirring and cooking small pieces of food very quickly at high heat in very little fat. |
| stress | Your body's response when you feel overwhelmed by responsibilities and demands |
| style | a distinctive form of a clothing item |
| substance abuse | The use of illegal drugs or the misuse of legal drugs or substances |
| support system | All the people and organizations a person or family can turn to for help |
| trans fat | a type of fat formed when food manufacturers turn liquid oils into solid fats |
| unit price | the price per ounce, pound, or other unit of measure |
| unsaturated fats | fats that are usually liquid at room temperature |
| "use by" date | The last day a product is considered fresh |
| value | the lightness or darkness of a color |
| values | beliefs and ideas about what is important |
| verbal communication | the process of sending messages with words |
| wellness | an approach to life that emphasizes taking positive steps toward overall good health |
| whip | to beat very rapidly, incorporating so much air as to increase the volume of the product |
| work ethic | a sense of obligation to work hard and to complete tasks efficiently and well |
| work triangle | The path in a kitchen from the refrigerator to the sink to the range |
| yarns | fibers that have been twisted or grouped together |
| yield | the amount of food a recipe makes |
| interest | a fee paid for the opportunity to use someone else's money |
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