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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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claw | n: a curved, pointed appendage found on the foot or leg of an animal, used for gripping or grasping; a human hand with long, narrow fingers that are curved like a claw; a machine or tool with a claw-like opening used for gripping or lifting objects | |
frequent | adj: happening constantly | |
limb | n: an arm and leg of a person or animal | |
versatile | adj: able to do many things in different fields; having many talents | |
defend | v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc. | |
eagle | n: a large predatory bird with a hooked beak and broad wings, known for its keen eyesight and powerful flight; a symbol of strength and freedom in many cultures | |
needle | n: a thin, pointed object typically used for sewing or medical purposes; a metal or plastic instrument used for administering injections or drawing blood | |
talon | n: a sharp, hooked claw, especially on a bird of prey or a mammal such as a lion or a wolf | |
pierce | v: to cut or make a way through with a sharp instrument | |
skull | n: a bone framework that surrounds the brain and gives the head its shape | |
prey | n: the object of a hunt; an animal hunted or trapped for eating | |
retract | v: to take back, withdraw, or revoke something that has been said or done; to disavow or repudiate a statement or assertion that one has previously made | |
massive | adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid | |
movement | n: a group of people working together to achieve a shared goal, especially a political, social, or artistic one; the process of moving or being moved, physically or figuratively | |
flick | v: to make a sudden sharp movement or hit something quickly with a sharp movement | |
hunt | v: to go after and try to catch wild animals to kill them for food, sport, or profit | |
ancestor | n: a person from whom one is descended; a forefather | |
primate | n: any mammal of the order Primates, which includes monkeys, apes, and humans | |
wield | v: to possess and exercise power, authority, etc | |
impressive | adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill | |
appendage | n: a part attached to the main body or structure, often with a specific function or purpose; a limb or other body part that projects outward from the main body | |
evolve | v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually | |
nail | n: a thin, pointed piece of metal with a flat head used for fastening things together; the thin hard layer covering and protecting the outer tip of the fingers or toes | |
evolutionary | adj: relating to or denoting how living things develop or change from earlier forms | |
adaptation | n: the action or process of changing to suit different conditions | |
cousin | n: the child of your aunt or uncle | |
fossil | n: any preserved remains, impression, or trace of any once-living thing that has become hard and turned into rock | |
mammal | n: any animal of which the female gives birth to live young, not eggs, and feeds her young on milk from her own body | |
reptile | n: a cold-blooded animal that has dry, scaly skin and lays eggs on land, such as snakes, lizards, and turtles | |
gulf | n: a large ocean inlet or deep bay that is partially enclosed by land | |
emergence | n: the process or fact of coming into existence or becoming apparent | |
keratin | n: a fibrous protein that is the main structural component of hair, nails, and the outer layer of skin in mammals and birds; also found in horns, hooves, and feathers | |
fiber | n: thread or filament used to make a vegetable tissue, mineral material, or textile | |
protein | n: a molecule made up of a long chain of amino acids, which is essential for the structure and function of the body’s tissues | |
horn | n: a hard, pointed, often curved part that grows on the top of the heads of some animals, such as sheep and cows; a noisemaker or musical instrument that makes a loud noise when you blow through it | |
hoof | n: the horny part of the foot of some mammals, such as horses, deer, and cattle | |
wedge | n: a piece of wood, metal, or other material with one thick end and a narrow edge that is driven between two things or parts of objects to secure or separate them | |
tissue | n: an ensemble of similar cells of the animal or plant that together carry out a specific function | |
matrix | n: a rectangular array of numbers, symbols, or expressions, arranged in rows and columns and often enclosed in brackets; an enclosure within which something originates or develops | |
vessel | n: a ship or large boat | |
nutrient | n: any substance that is essential for the maintenance and growth of living things | |
endless | adj: having no end or conclusion; infinitely very large in size or amount | |
stream | n: a small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something, such as liquid, gas, people, vehicles, etc. | |
tight | adj: fixed, fastened, or kept together firmly or closely | |
density | n: the quality of compactness of a substance | |
trademark | n: a name or symbol on a product that indicates it was made by a particular company and cannot be used without permission by other companies | |
emerging | adj: starting to exist, mature, or become well-known | |
resistant | adj: not affected by something, especially changes or new ideas; of or relating to immunity to disease or infection | |
sheath | n: a close-fitting cover to protect something such as the blade of a knife, sword, or other sharp objects | |
digit | n: one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration; a finger, thumb, or toe | |
conform | v: to act in accordance with a set of rules, standards, or expectations; to comply with the norms or customs of a particular group | |
wrap | v: to cover or enclose something entirely with paper, cloth, or other material | |
radiate | v: to spread out or emit something, such as light or heat, in all directions | |
outward | adj: relating to the external appearance or surface of something; visible | |
cone | n: a geometric shape that tapers to a point at one end and has a circular base at the other end | |
structure | n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts | |
broad | adj: very wide; general | |
persist | v: to continue to do and refuse to stop something despite difficulties or opposition, even if it appears unreasonable | |
dexterous | adj: skilled or proficient in using the hands or body; nimble, clever, or deft | |
advantage | n: a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position; a beneficial feature or asset that someone or something has | |
canopy | n: a covering, typically of fabric, supported on poles or suspended above a bed, throne, or other object, used to shelter or screen the person or object below it | |
expansive | adj: large or wide in extent or scope; friendly and open and willing to talk | |
gripping | adj: engaging or compelling; capable of holding one’s attention or interest tightly; evocative of strong emotions or reactions | |
branch | n: a division of a tree or woody shrub that grows out from the trunk or a main stem; a division of some larger or more complex organization | |
improvisation | n: the act of making something up on the spot or creating or performing something without preparation | |
grip | n: the act of holding onto something firmly with your hands, or the ability to do so; (verb) to hold fast or firmly | |
rigid | adj: extremely strict and difficult to change or adapt; incapable of or resistant to bending | |
splay | v: to spread out or apart, especially in a disorganized or uneven way; to cause or force something to spread out or expand | |
addition | n: the act or process of adding something to something else; the process of adding numbers | |
sensitivity | n: the ability to perceive or respond to subtle differences or changes; the ability to understand and respond to the needs and feelings of others | |
detect | v: to find or recognize something, especially something difficult to see, hear, etc. | |
combination | n: a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities | |
dexterity | n: skill and speed in performing physical tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness in dealing with situations or problems | |
precise | adj: sharply exact or accurate or delimited | |
motor | n: a device that converts electricity, fuel, etc. into movement and makes a machine, vehicle, etc. work | |
snatch | v: to take or grab something suddenly or quickly | |
insect | n: any small creature that has six legs and a body divided into three sections | |
pinch | v: to grip something such as someone’s skin and press it tightly between the finger and thumb; (noun) a painful or straitened circumstance | |
firm | adj: resolute or unwavering in decision-making or action; strong or secure in structure, make, or composition; reliable, trustworthy, or dependable; (noun) a business or company | |
slim | adj: having a slender or thin build, often by design or effort; of small size, amount, or margin; reduced or limited | |
evolution | n: a gradual process of transformation of living things | |
opposable | adj: able to be placed opposite something else, especially to grip or hold it | |
thumb | n: the short, thick digit of the hand next to the index finger; (verb) to travel by getting free rides from motorists | |
flexible | adj: able to change or be changed to suit new conditions or situations; able to bend easily | |
grasp | v: to take hold of something or someone quickly and firmly | |
complexity | n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand | |
interfere | v: to get involved in and prevent a process or activity from continuing | |
piercing | adj: going through something; appearing to notice things about another person that would typically go unnoticed, especially in a way that causes that individual to feel uncomfortable | |
puncture | n: a small hole or wound made by piercing, such as with a needle, nail, or pointed object | |
hook | n: a curved device used for suspending, holding, or pulling something, especially one attached to a surface for hanging things on; a sharp curve or crook | |
grab | v: to take hold of something or someone suddenly with a hand, especially in a violent way | |
unexpected | adj: not anticipated or regarded as likely to happen | |
toenail | n: the hard, flat covering on the end of a toe, made of layers of dead skin cells; often requires regular grooming and trimming to maintain proper hygiene and appearance | |
vibration | n: a continuous quick and slight shaking movement | |
aye | adv: an outdated word meaning “yes,” used to indicate agreement or assent, particularly in official contexts such as voting or parliamentary procedures; forever or always; (noun) agreement or affirmation | |
acquire | v: to buy or obtain something such as an asset, object, knowledge, etc., for oneself | |
tap | v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc. | |
trunk | n: the main stem or body of a tree which its branches grow | |
hollow | adj: having a hole, empty space inside, or indentation on the surface | |
sect | n: a group of people who follow a particular religious or philosophical belief system, especially one that is regarded as outside the norm or mainstream | |
bat | n: a nocturnal animal with wings that flies and feeds at night, similar to a mouse; a piece of wood with a handle used for hitting the ball in sports including baseball, cricket, and table tennis | |
burrow | v: to excavate a hole or make a tunnel in the ground by digging, typically for use as a dwelling of an animal | |
skew | v: to turn or place at an angle; to make biased or distorted with the result that it is not accurate, fair, normal, etc. | |
grub | n: the larval stage of an insect, particularly beetles, butterflies, or flies; food, especially in the form of unappetizing or unappealing cooked dishes; (verb) to dig or search diligently and laboriously | |
scratch | v: to cut or damage the surface of something or the skin with a sharp or pointed object | |
incredible | adj: unbelievable; enormous | |
kingdom | n: the country ruled by a king or queen |