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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Milestone | 1. a stone set up beside a road to mark the distance in miles to a particular place. 2. an action or event marking a significant change or stage in development. |
| hightail | move or travel fast. |
| Shimmering | shining with a soft, slightly wavering light. |
| Charisma | 1. compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.2. a divinely conferred power or talent. |
| Burrow | a hole or tunnel dug by a small animal, especially a rabbit, as a dwelling..2. (of an animal) make a hole or tunnel, typically for use as a dwelling. |
| Mellow | 1. (especially of sound, taste, and color) pleasantly smooth or soft; free from harshness of 2. a person's character) softened or matured by age or experience. |
| Charm | 1. the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration. 2.a small ornament worn on a necklace or bracelet. |
| Scuttle | a metal container with a sloping hinged lid and a handle, used to fetch and store coal for a domestic fire. the amount of coal held in a scuttle. |
| Captivating | capable of attracting and holding interest; charming. |
| Tenderfoot | 1. NORTH AMERICAN a newcomer or novice, especially a person unaccustomed to the hardships of pioneer life. "the journey is not recommended for the tenderfoot" 2. DATED a Boy Scout of the lowest rank. |
| Vault | 1. a roof in the form of an arch or a series of arches, typical of churches and other large, formal buildings.2. a large room or chamber used for storage, especially an underground one. |
| Radiant | 1. sending out light; shining or glowing brightly of heat) 2.transmitted by radiation, rather than conduction or convection.. |
| Talon | 1. a claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey. 2. the part of a bolt against which the key presses to slide it in a lock. |
| Amble | 1.walk or move at a slow, relaxed pace. 2. a walk at a slow, relaxed pace, especially for pleasure. |
| Mature | 1, fully developed physically; 2 . full-grown.having reached the most advanced stage in a process. |
| Fledgling | 1.a young bird that has just fledged .2. a young bird that has just fledged. |
| Scuffle | 1.a short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters .2. an act or sound of moving in a hurried, confused, or shuffling manner. |
| Leisurely | acting or done at leisure; unhurried or relaxed. |
| Breakthrough | 1. a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.2. denoting a symptomatic case of a disease occurring despite preventative medication, vaccination, or prior infection. |
| Grapple | engage in a close fight or struggle without weapons; wrestle. |
| Tranquil | free from disturbance; calm. |
| Coffer | a strongbox or small chest for holding valuables. |
| Goad | 1.provoke or annoy (someone) so as to stimulate some action or reaction. 2. drive or urge (an animal) on with a goad. |
| Serene | 1, calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil. 2. (in a title) used as a term of respect for members of some European royal families. |
| inspire | 1. fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.2. breathe in (air); inhale. |