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Unit 1 Week 1 A
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| gram | A basic metric unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram. |
| clash | A violent collision or a loud, harsh noise like metal striking metal. |
| dense | Closely packed together or thick (e.g., a _____ fog or forest). |
| dread | Great fear or apprehension about something that might happen. |
| prank | A playful, harmless trick or practical joke played on someone. |
| strict | Demanding total obedience or precise adherence to rules. |
| drill | A tool or procedure used for boring holes, or repetitive training exercises. |
| swan | A large, usually white waterfowl with a long, graceful neck. |
| prod | To poke or push with a pointed object, or to incite someone into action. |
| shrunk | The past participle of shrink; became smaller in size or volume. |
| scuff | To mark, scrape, or wear down a surface by dragging something over it. |
| clutch | To grasp or hold tightly, often out of fear or eagerness. |
| threat | A statement or indication of an intention to inflict pain, injury, or damage. |
| dwell | To live or reside in a specified place, or to think endlessly about something. |
| fund | A sum of money set aside or saved for a specific purpose. |
| text | Written or printed words, or a short message sent electronically. |
| rank | A position in a hierarchy, or a foul, offensive smell. |
| brink | The extreme edge of a steep place or the point right before something major happens. |
| mock | To tease, ridicule, or imitate someone in a scoffing way. |
| plaid | A fabric woven with a crisscross pattern of multi-colored stripes (tartan). |