8 3 noun n noun
• soft leather shoe; originally worn by Native Americans
Example sentence • She wore a pair of comfortable moccasins while hiking.
6 3 noun n noun
• a B vitamin essential for the normal function of the nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract
Example sentence • Supplements containing niacin are sometimes used to lower cholesterol levels.
6 2 noun n Example sentence • I like to snack on raisins while watching movies.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• any of a class of solid or semisolid viscous substances obtained either as exudations from certain plants or prepared by polymerization of simple molecules
Example sentence • I resin the wood to make it waterproof.
7 2 noun n noun
• winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion
Example sentence • The griffin is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle.
11 4 noun n noun
• a state in which all hope is lost or absent
Example sentence • She acted out of desperation when she stole the food.
2 1 noun
• a state in midwestern United States, with capital Indianapolis
adverb
• to or toward the inside of
Example sentence • She is sitting in the car.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• small Old World songbird with a reddish breast
Example sentence • I saw a robin sitting on the fence.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The unfrozen lake shimmered under the moonlight.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj
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Example sentence • The theory was disproven by extensive research.
7 3 noun n noun
• the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
Example sentence • I have a headache, can you give me an aspirin ?
7 2 noun
• any of several breeds of Indian cattle; especially a large American heat and tick resistant greyish humped breed evolved in the Gulf States by interbreeding Indian cattle and now used chiefly for crossbreeding
8 4 noun n noun
• hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitocin); stimulates contractions of the uterus and ejection of milk
Example sentence • During childbirth, oxytocin is released to stimulate contractions.
6 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• any of several toxic or carcinogenic hydrocarbons that occur as impurities in herbicides
Example sentence • Exposure to dioxin can result in serious health effects, including cancer and reproductive disorders.
8 3 noun n noun
• a family of proteins found in blood and milk and muscle and in plant seed
Example sentence • The doctor ordered a blood test to determine the levels of globulin .
7 3 noun n noun
• a fibrous scleroprotein that occurs in the outer layer of the skin and in horny tissues such as hair, feathers, nails, and hooves
Example sentence • Hair is mainly composed of a protein called keratin .
6 2 noun n noun
• any of various swallows with squarish or slightly forked tail and long pointed wings; migrate around Martinmas
Example sentence • The purple martin is a type of swallow bird.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a ribbed fabric used in clothing and upholstery
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful poplin dress to the party.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj
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Example sentence • The scientist added a drop of nigrosin to the solution.
6 2 noun n Example sentence • She cooked the soup in a small pipkin .
7 3 noun n noun
• A low, wooded swamp in (especially coastal) Eastern Maryland or Virginia; a palustrine wetland with deep, acidic peat soils.
Example sentence • The pocosin habitat is characterized by dense vegetation and poor drainage.
5 2 noun
• Food obtained by violence; plunder; prey; raven.
verb
• To dine or feast upon plunder or goods seized by violence.
Example sentence • The ravin was deep, dark, and filled with eerie sounds.
6 2 verb v
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Example sentence • My neighbors were arrested for robbin ' a bank.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each
verb
• negotiate the terms of an exchange
Example sentence • I found a great bargain on these shoes at the thrift store.
9 3 noun n noun
• a line leading to a place or point
Example sentence • He pointed in the direction of the nearest gas station.
4 2 adverb adv noun
• the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
adverb
• used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected
adjective satellite
• equal in degree or extent or amount; or equally matched or balanced
Example sentence • I can't believe she stayed calm even in such a difficult situation.
4 1 verb v noun
• a light strong brittle grey toxic bivalent metallic element
verb
• have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun)
Example sentence • I have been waiting for you all day.
6 2 noun n noun
• a dagger with a slender blade
Example sentence • She used a bodkin to thread the needle.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• Asian breed of large fowl with dense plumage and feathered legs
Example sentence • The cochin hen laid a dozen eggs.
10 5 noun n noun
• an antibiotic obtained from an actinomycete and used to treat infections by Gram-positive bacteria
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed novobiocin for the patient's skin infection.
6 2 noun n noun
• any of various water-soluble colloidal carbohydrates that occur in ripe fruit and vegetables; used in making fruit jellies and jams
Example sentence • The apple skins contain a high amount of pectin .
11 5 noun n noun
• Any of a class of antibiotic toxins, produced by some bacteria, that target closely related bacteria
Example sentence • Some strains of Lactobacillus produce bacteriocins that have antimicrobial effects against foodborne pathogens.
11 4 noun n
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Example sentence • The erythrosins in the drink gave it a vibrant pink color.
10 4 noun n
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Example sentence • The meromyosin region of myosin interacts with actin to generate muscle contraction.
9 4 noun n
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Example sentence • Researchers are exploring the role of vasotocin in social behaviors.
6 2 noun n noun
• box in which a corpse is buried or cremated
Example sentence • The family gathered around the coffin at the funeral.
7 3 verb v verb
• consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
Example sentence • The doctor will examine your throat for any signs of infection.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a landowner (14th and 15th centuries) who was free but not of noble birth
7 2 noun n noun
• a coarse vine widely cultivated for its large pulpy round orange fruit with firm orange skin and numerous seeds; subspecies of Cucurbita pepo include the summer squashes and a few autumn squashes
Example sentence • I carved a spooky face into the pumpkin .
5 2 adverb, noun adv, n noun
• large heavily built goat antelope of eastern Himalayan area
Example sentence • The takin is a goat-antelope native to the eastern Himalayas.
10 4 noun n noun
• A woman who looks after a home and children as well as being employed in a full-time job.
Example sentence • The superhero team consisted of several superwomen with unique powers.
7 2 noun n noun
• any of several shrubs and vines of the genus Jasminum chiefly native to Asia
Example sentence • I love the sweet smell of jasmine in the garden.
4 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
verb
• destroy completely; damage irreparably
Example sentence • The abandoned house was in ruins.
12 5 noun n noun
• a hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland; promotes growth in humans
Example sentence • Deficiency of somatotropin can lead to growth disorders in children.
6 2 verb, noun v, n
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Example sentence • I carved a spooky face into the punkin for Halloween.
9 4 noun n noun
• a potent carcinogen from the fungus Aspergillus; can be produced and stored for use as a bioweapon
Example sentence • Regular monitoring is necessary to ensure that aflatoxin levels in food products are within acceptable limits.
11 5 noun n noun
• any of several vasoconstrictor substances (trade name Hypertensin) that cause narrowing of blood vessels
Example sentence • Increased production of angiotensin can lead to vasoconstriction and hypertension.
9 3 noun n noun
• a woman who wears clothes to display fashions
Example sentence • The fashion designer used a mannequin to display her latest collection.
5 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• an assumption that is taken for granted
adjective satellite
• acknowledged as a supposition
Example sentence • Her given name is Elizabeth, but she goes by Liz.
9 3 noun n noun
• someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person
Example sentence • The scientific article was written in a way that was understandable for a layperson .
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