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Word	Meaning	Advanced
spirit	n: the part of a person which is the seat of their mind, feelings, and character rather than their physical body; the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
addiction	n: the inability to stop using or doing something as a habit, especially something harmful
dive	v: to jump into the water with your head and arms going in first, or to move down to a deeper level underwater
suit	n: a set of clothes that are made from the same material; a claim or complaint that a person or organization can file in court against another party; (verb) to be fit or acceptable for
wasp	n: a flying insect with a narrow waist and a sting, typically feeding on nectar and known for its aggressive behavior towards other insects and animals
acronym	n: a word formed from the first letter of each word in a phrase, such as NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) or AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)
insect	n: any small creature that has six legs and a body divided into three sections
develop	v: to grow or expand; to improve or refine through a process of progress and refinement, often to achieve greater sophistication or complexity; to elaborate or add detail to something that is in the process of being created
offshore	adj: situated at or happening in the sea, not far from the shore or land; (of winds) coming from the land
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
rig	v: to prepare or set up something in a certain way, typically in a carefully planned or fraudulent manner; to equip with sails or masts
depth	n: the distance between the top and bottom of something; between the top surface and a distance below it
ph	n: a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a substance, on a scale of 0 to 14, with seven being neutral, lower values indicating greater acidity, and higher values indicating greater alkalinity
exploration	n: the activity of searching and finding out about something through a place
phenomenon	n: something that exists and can be perceptible, especially one that is not fully understood
bioluminescence	n: the production and emission of light by living creatures, such as glowworms, fireflies, etc.
unprepared	adj: not properly or adequately prepared; lacking preparation; not ready
spectacular	adj: striking or impressive to look at or in performance or achievement
chain	n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle
jellyfish	n: a marine creature with a soft, jelly-like body and tentacles for stinging
pump	v: to cause water, air, gas, etc. to move from one place to another by using mechanical equipment; to get or supply something such as money, information, etc. in significant quantities
dial	v: to adjust or set the controls of a machine or device by turning a controller called dial; (noun) a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called
gauge	n: an instrument for measuring and displaying the amount, level, or contents of something; (verb) to judge tentatively or form an estimate of something
flashlight	n: a portable electric light with a handle and a switch that can be turned on and off
puffy	adj: swollen or distended, especially with air or gas;
billow	v: to surge or rise in a large, swelling mass, especially of smoke or water; (noun) a large wave or swell of something, especially water or smoke
luminous	adj: emitting or reflecting light, especially in the dark; shining or glowing brightly; full of light or enlightenment
explosion	n: a violent release induced by a chemical or nuclear reaction
spark	v: to start something or make it grow, especially suddenly; to emit a tiny piece of fire or electricity
swirl	v: to move in a circular or spiral pattern
thrust	v: to push or drive forcibly; to impose or insert; (noun) the force used in pushing
campfire	n: an outdoor fire used for cooking, warmth, or light, often made by camping or in rural areas; a gathering or social event around such a fire
ember	n: a small piece of smoking wood or coal that remains after a fire has died out; a spark or glowing fragment that remains after something has been consumed or destroyed
icy	adj: covered with ice or frost; very cold; lacking warmth or friendliness
breathtaking	adj: extremely impressive, stunning, awe-inspiring, or emotionally overwhelming
firefly	n: a flying nocturnal insect common in warm regions with a tail that shines in the dark
dweller	n: a person or animal that lives in a particular place or region; an inhabitant of a specific location
earthworm	n: a common type of worm that lives in soil
fungus	n: a type of organism that includes yeasts, molds, and mushrooms, which are heterotrophic, meaning they do not produce their food and must consume organic matter to survive
exception	n: something that is not included in a general rule or pattern; a person or thing that is excluded or stands apart from others
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
virtually	adv: almost completely
drag	v: to pull or haul with force
submersible	adj: able to be operated or used underwater; capable of being submerged in water or other liquid
technique	n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill
rover	n: a vehicle designed to travel over rough terrain, especially on the surface of a planet or moon
adapt	v: to make fit for or change to suit a new purpose or environment
mount	v: to increase, go up, or advance gradually or continuously; to prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance; to ride on something or someone
observation	n: the act or activity of carefully examining or monitoring something or someone
sphere	n: a round object or geometric shape that is three-dimensional and symmetrical around a central point; a particular aspect or scope of life or activity
diameter	n: the length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting two points on the circumference
hoop	n: a circular band or ring, often made of metal or wood, used as a toy, a part of the equipment, or a decoration
stretch	v: to make or be capable of making anything longer or broader without hurting or breaking
intensify	v: to increase or make something increase in extent or strength
sensitive	adj: able to notice slight changes, signals, or influences; able to feel or perceive other’s feelings; susceptible to the things people say or do
fuzzy	adj: having a soft and indistinct outline or covered with fine, soft, and hairlike fibers
sparkle	v: to emit or reflect bright flashes of light, especially with animation and joy
luminescence	n: the emission of light occurs as a result of a substance or object being stimulated by energy sources such as heat, electricity, or radiation but without the substance or object becoming significantly hotter or undergoing combustion
electronics	n: the branch of physics and technology that deals with the behavior and control of electrons and the use of electronic devices and systems
bump	v: to hit or knock against something hard, often with a dull sound; to meet with by accident
stimming	n: a behavior often exhibited by individuals on the autism spectrum characterized by repetitive bodily movements or sounds, such as hand flapping or rocking, often used as a form of self-regulation or sensory stimulation
luminescent	adj: emitting light or glowing softly, often without heat; having the ability to produce or emit light, especially through chemical reactions or by absorbing and then releasing energy
numb	adj: unable to feel physical sensation and movement; not showing human feeling or sensitivity
cubic	adj: having the shape of a cube or being of three dimensions; measured in units that are the third power of a linear unit
meter	n: a device used to measure the amount of a particular substance or attribute, such as length, volume, or time; (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
identify	v: to recognize someone or something and say or prove who or what they are
flash	n: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy; a momentary brightness
gulf	n: a large ocean inlet or deep bay that is partially enclosed by land
krill	n: a small, shrimp-like crustacean that is a major food source for many marine animals
crustacean	n: a type of arthropod, such as a crab, lobster, or shrimp, that has a hard outer shell or exoskeleton
analyze	v: to think about in-depth and evaluate to discover essential features or meaning
engineer	n: a person whose job is designing, building, or maintaining something such as machines, structures, or software
automatic	adj: able to work or operate with little or no direct human control; independent of external control
recognition	n: the action or process of recognizing or being recognized, especially by remembering; an agreement that something is true or legal
extract	n: a short passage taken from a book, piece of music, etc.; a substance obtained from something through a specific process; (verb) to obtain from something or to remove something by effort or force
coordinate	v: to bring the different parts of the activity and the people into an organized, ordered, or efficient relationship; (adjective) of equal importance, rank, or degree
initial	adj: of or happening at the beginning; (noun) the first letter of a word, especially a person’s name
ecologist	n: a person who studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment; the state of being outside or directed toward or relating to the outside or exterior
distance	n: the amount of space between two points, measured in units such as miles, meters, or kilometers; the extent, scope, or range between two things, such as distance or emotional distance
institute	n: an organization that has a specific purpose, particularly one dealing with science, education, or a particular profession; (verb) to initiate, introduce, or establish something
dolphin	n: a marine mammal that typically has a beaklike snout, a streamlined body, and flippers and that feeds on fish and squid
plankton	n: tiny forms of plant and animal life that live in water or air on which other animals feed
someplace	adv: somewhere without specifying a particular or exact location
exotic	adj: originating from or characteristic of a foreign country or culture; strikingly unusual, uncommon, or intriguing
bay	n: a part of the coast that is partially enclosed by land; a compartment or section of a ship or building
harbor	n: an area of water next to the coast where ships and boats are protected from rough water by piers, jetties, and other artificial structures; (verb) keep in one’s possession
toilet	n: a bowl-shaped plumbing fixture with a seat for defecation and urination, or a room or building containing one or more of this fixture
flush	v: to become red on your face, especially because you are embarrassed, angry, or hot; to rinse, clean, or empty something, especially a toilet, by causing large quantities of water to flow
filter	n: any of several types of equipment or systems used to separate particles from liquids or gases or to remove specific forms of light
seawater	n: water from the sea or ocean, typically containing salt and various other dissolved minerals
stagger	v: to walk, move, or stand unsteadily as if you are going to fall; to astound or overwhelm, as with shock
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
creature	n: a living being, especially an animal
physiology	n: the branch of the biological sciences dealing with the functioning of organisms
clam	n: a marine mollusk that burrows and lives on sand or mud, the shell closes with viselike firmness
chemical	adj: relating to or connected with chemistry;
enzyme	n: a substance produced by a living organism that acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction
luciferase	n: an enzyme that produces bioluminescence in organisms such as fireflies, glow worms, and some marine creatures, often used as a tool in scientific research to detect and measure the presence of certain molecules or processes
substrate	n: a substance or layer from which an organism grows and lives and by which an organism is supported; a substance on which an enzyme or ferment act
terminology	n: the special words or phrases that are used within a particular field or subject; the language or jargon of a particular group or profession
stick	v: to put something, usually a sharp object, into something; to restrict yourself to doing or using one certain thing and not change; (noun) a thin piece of wood or other material
refer	v: to direct someone’s attention, thoughts, or questions to another source or person; to mention, cite, or allude to something as evidence or support
specific	adj: clearly defined or particular to a certain thing or situation; distinct, explicit, and precise
chemistry	n: the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions
incredibly	adv: in a way that is very difficult to believe; exceedingly or extremely
bacteria	n: single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms that exist in large numbers in the air, water, and soil, and also in living and dead creatures and plants, and are often a cause of disease
agent	n: a person who represents and negotiates on behalf of someone else, such as a literary agent or talent agent; (of chemistry and medicine) a substance that brings about a chemical or physical effect; (of computer science) a piece of software that performs a task autonomously
cancer	n: abnormal growth of cells that can invade and destroy surrounding tissues and organs; a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
presence	n: the fact or state that someone or something exists, occurs, or is present
mar	v: to damage or spoil the appearance or surface of something
detect	v: to find or recognize something, especially something difficult to see, hear, etc.
pollutant	n: a substance or agent that pollutes or contaminates the environment, typically through release into the air, water, or soil
orca	n: a species of large marine mammal, also known as the killer whale, found in Arctic and temperate waters worldwide, known for their intelligence, social behavior, and hunting prowess
award	n: a prize or other mark of recognition given in honor of an achievement
molecule	n: a group of two or more atoms held together by attractive forces known as chemical bonds
fluorescent	adj: emitting or reflecting vibrant and vivid light, especially under ultraviolet light; describing a type of lamp or bulb that produces such light
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
isolate	v: to physically or socially separate someone or something from other people or things
equate	v: to consider or describe one thing as similar, equal, or analogous
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
microscope	n: an instrument used to see objects or substances that are too small to be seen with the naked eye
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
genetic	adj: of or relating to genes (= parts of the DNA in cells) or the science of genes
apparently	adv: based on what you have heard or read
evolve	v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually
separate	v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different
evolutionary	adj: relating to or denoting how living things develop or change from earlier forms
indication	n: a sign or remark that something exists, is real, or is likely to occur
trait	n: a particular feature of your nature
survival	n: the state of continuing to exist or live, frequently in the face of difficulty or danger
predator	n: an animal whose natural behavior is to prey on others
survive	v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period
attract	v: to draw or entice someone or something towards them through the qualities they have, especially positive ones
mate	n: a person’s partner in marriage or romantic relationship; an animal’s sexual partner; a peer or friend; (of the game of chess) checkmate, which is the winning condition of the game
built-in	adj: included as an integral part of something
headlight	n: a bright forward-facing light on a vehicle, typically used at night to illuminate the road ahead
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
beam	n: a long, sturdy piece of timber, metal, or other material used to support a structure or span a distance; a ray or stream of light emitted by a source
evolution	n: a gradual process of transformation of living things
optimize	v: to make the best or most effective use of something
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
fascinating	adj: extremely interesting
organ	n: a part of the body of an animal or plant that has a particular purpose and performs a specific job
snipe	v: to make a sly or spiteful remark, often in a concealed or indirect way; to target someone with an unfair or unwarranted attack or criticism
scope	n: the range of one’s perceptions, thoughts, or actions, or a subject that
sneak	v: to go somewhere, or take someone or something somewhere secretly or stealthily; to steal or do something secretly or stealthily
blind	adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something
chin	n: the lowermost part of a person’s face, below the mouth and above the neck
barbel	n: a slender, whisker-like sensory organ or filament that hangs from the mouth of certain fish, such as the catfish, used for locating food
lure	v: to tempt or persuade someone to do something
prey	n: the object of a hunt; an animal hunted or trapped for eating
viper	n: venomous snake
rod	n: a long, thin, straight piece of wood, metal, or other material used for support, as a weapon, or for punishment
arch	n: a curved structure with two supports that holds the weight of something above it, such as a bridge or the upper part of a building
jaw	n: either of the two bones at the bottom of the face that moves when you open your mouth; (verb) talk socially without exchanging too much information
impale	v: to pierce, skewer, or transfix something with a sharp object, typically through the body; to fix or impale something firmly in place
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
slide	v: to move or cause to move smoothly along a surface without interruption
groove	n: a long, narrow cut or depression in a hard material or surface; a particular style of popular music characterized by a strong and repetitive rhythm
jewel	n: a precious stone that is cut and polished for use in jewelry
belly	n: the front part of the body below the chest, containing the stomach and bowels; the rounded or curved part of an object, such as a ship or aircraft
camouflage	n: an outward appearance that conceals the underlying essence of something; the way of concealing troops or military equipment so they cannot be seen against the surrounding environment
obliterate	v: to wipe out, destroy, or conceal all signs of something utterly; to remove completely from recognition or memory
shadow	n: a dark area or shape cast by an object blocking the passage of light; an area in darkness or shade; a reflected image or copy of something; a person, activity, or influence that follows or accompanies someone or something closely and persistently, often in a secretive or ominous manner
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
mucus	n: a slimy liquid produced inside the nose and other body parts for lubrication, protection, etc.
layer	n: a sheet, quantity, or thickness of the material, typically one of several, covering a surface or body; a level or part within a system or set of ideas
grateful	adj: feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; thankful
topic	n: a subject that is being discussed or written about
consult	v: to seek or get advice or information from a person, book, or other source having special knowledge on a particular subject
fee	n: a sum of money charged for a particular service
starve	v: to suffer or die from lack of food; to cause someone or something to suffer or die from lack of food; to deprive something of necessary nourishment or sustenance
graduate	n: a person who has a first degree from university or college; (verb) to complete the first course of university or college and get a degree
preserve	v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed
formalin	n: a clear liquid solution of formaldehyde in water, commonly used as a disinfectant or preservative, particularly in laboratories and healthcare settings
anglerfish	n: a type of deep-sea fish that possesses a long, stalk-like appendage on its head with a glowing tip that it uses to attract prey; known for their unusual and often menacing appearance
trap	n: a piece of equipment or hole for catching animals or people; (verb) to catch animals or people and prevent them from escaping
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
unsuspecting	adj: unaware of the presence of danger; not suspicious
thread	n: a fine cord of natural or synthetic fibers or filaments, such as cotton or nylon, used in sewing, knitting, or weaving; a series of connected messages or comments on a social media platform or online forum, often related to a particular topic; a sequence or line of events, ideas, or actions that are connected or related; (verb) to pass a thread through a needle or other small opening, in preparation for sewing or stitching
stomach	n: the internal organ in the body where food is digested, situated in the abdomen; the part of the body below the chest that contains the stomach
stud	n: a small object with a head on one end and a sharp point on the other, used for fastening clothing, leather, or other materials; an animal used for breeding, typically a male horse or bull that is of superior breeding stock; (verb) to decorate or adorn with studs; to provide with studs for support
reveal	v: to make known or disclose something that was previously hidden, secret, or unknown; to unveil or show something that was concealed or not visible
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
dwarf	n: a person or animal that is much smaller than usual or expected for its type; a celestial body, especially a planet, that is smaller and less massive than a star
visible	adj: capable of being seen; or open to easy view
existence	n: the state or fact of someone or something existing
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
gigolo	n: a man who forms relationships with wealthy or older women and is supported financially or materially by them
latch	n: a device for holding a door or gate closed, typically a sliding bar or bolt
attach	v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another
seal	v: to close or fasten an envelope, etc. securely; (noun) a large marine mammal that chiefly lives in cold regions and comes on shore to breed
relation	n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another
eternal	adj: being without beginning or end; lasting forever
flesh	n: the soft substance composing the body of a person or animal, as opposed to bones and other structures
fuse	n: a small part in an electrical device or machinery that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded; (verb) to become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat
bloodstream	n: the blood flowing through the body
sperm	n: the reproductive cell produced by a man or male animal
sac	n: a bag or pouch, typically made of fabric or leather, used to hold something valuable or important; a structure resembling a bag in an animal or plant
monogamy	n: the practice of being married to only one person at a time; the state of having a mutually exclusive romantic or sexual relationship with one partner
defend	v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc.
release	v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement
squid	n: a sea creature with a long and soft body, large eyes, eight arms, and two tentacles (= long parts like arms), and that is sometimes used for food
octopus	n: a sea creature with a soft round body and eight long tentacles (= long parts like arms)
shrimp	n: a small, freshwater or saltwater creature with a slender body and long legs
spew	v: to eject forcefully and abundantly; to flow out rapidly and in large amounts
dragon	n: a mythical monster typically depicted as a giant reptile with wings, claws, and a fiery breath often portrayed as being fierce and dangerous
distract	v: to draw someone’s attention away from what they are trying to do
shining	adj: giving off or reflecting light; bright, glistening, or gleaming; characterized by impressive accomplishments or excellence
tube	n: a cylindrical container of metal, plastic, glass, etc., usually sealed and used as a means of preserving food or chemicals; a hollow cylindrical shape
squirt	v: to eject or discharge with force in a fast stream or jet; to spray or sprinkle with a liquid or substance
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
trawl	v: to fish by dragging a net, often along the bottom of the ocean or river; to search or examine something thoroughly, often looking for a specific item or information
expedition	n: a journey or voyage for a specific purpose
portion	n: one component of a larger entity
lab	n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory
shocking	adj: extremely or surprisingly bad, or causing a strong emotional response such as surprise or disgust
nucleus	n: the central and most important part of something; (biology) a part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction; (physics) the very dense central region of an atom
membrane	n: a soft, thin layer that forms animal or vegetable tissue
energetic	adj: possessing or exerting or displaying energy
mystery	n: something difficult to understand or explain; a secret or enigmatic quality that adds to the fascination or interest of something; a genre of fiction that involves the solution of a crime or a puzzle
burglar	n: a person who unlawfully enters a building or other property to steal or commit another crime
alarm	n: a loud noise or an automatic signal that warns people of danger; a device that signals the occurrence of some undesirable event or particular danger
honk	n: a loud, harsh sound made by a vehicle’s horn to signal a warning or attract attention
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
hop	v: to jump lightly and quickly on one foot or both feet; to move rapidly from one place to another; to travel using an aircraft, bus, etc.
clutch	v: to grasp and hold somebody or something tightly
nasty	adj: very bad, unpleasant, or offensive
thereby	adv: as a result; consequence of a particular action or set of conditions
afford	v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something
display	v: to exhibit or show something to others, often to attract attention or demonstrate its features, properties, or value
chase	v: to pursue something or someone to catch or capture them; to go after something vigorously or with determination; (noun) a pursuit or a hunt; a narrow groove or channel cut into a surface, often used for decorative purposes
gonad	n: a reproductive organ that produces gametes, such as testes in males or ovaries in females
device	n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic
pristine	adj: new and completely free from dirt or contamination
generate	v: to produce or create something; to make offspring by reproduction
nervous	adj: worried and anxious about something; relating to the nerves
touching	adj: evoking an emotional response; causing feelings of sympathy, tenderness, or compassion; having a poignant or emotional impact
unbelievable	adj: beyond belief or understanding and extremely surprising
pinwheel	n: a toy consisting of curved and colored paper or plastic that is pinned to a stick and spins when you blow on it; a circular firework that spins round and round, emitting colorful fire
calculation	n: the act or process of using numbers to judge an amount of something
frustrate	v: to hinder or prevent efforts, plans, or desires from doing, succeeding, or being fulfilled; to make someone feel upset or annoyed because they are unable to change or achieve something
explorer	n: a person who travels to places where no one or few people have been before to find out what is there
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
explore	v: to travel to or penetrate an area or a country to learn about it; to thoroughly examine a subject or a possibility to learn more about it
primary	adj: first or highest in rank, order, or importance; most fundamental or essential; pertaining to the initial or introductory stage of something, such as a school year or election cycle
defy	v: to challenge or dare someone to do something; to resist or disobey a rule, decision, etc.
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
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
unobtrusive	adj: not conspicuous or noticeable, especially in a way that is intended to avoid attracting attention or causing disruption; not interfering or obstructing
noisy	adj: making a lot of sounds, especially loud or disruptive sound
rocket	n: a large tube-shaped object that moves very first by a stream of gases let out behind it, used for space travel or as a weapon
infrared	adj: relating to or denoting electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength just longer than that of red light but shorter than that of microwave radiation, used for sensing heat and for remote control
absorb	v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually
mad	adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry
agency	n: an organization or business that is responsible for specific activities or services, especially when representing other organizations or businesses; the capacity or power to act or exert influence; the ability to make decisions and take action
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
clinic	n: a building or hospital department where people can go for medical care or advice, especially of a particular condition
undergraduate	n: a student who is studying for their first degree at a university or other higher education institution
initially	adv: at the beginning; at first
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
aquarium	n: a transparent tank of water in which fish and other water animals and plants are kept; a building containing tanks of live fish of different species, especially one that is open to the public
string	n: long, thin material used for tying things together, composed of several twisted threads
cast	v: to cause light or shadow to appear on a surface; to assing or choose someone such as an actor or representative, especially by selection process
epoxy	n: a type of adhesive or resin that is created by combining two components, a resin, and a hardener; (verb) to glue or bind together with a type of synthetic resin known as epoxy, often used in construction, manufacturing, and repair projects
mold	n: a hollow container used to give shape to liquid or soft substance, which then becomes solid in the same shape as the container; a soft, green, or gray growth that forms on stale food or objects exposed to warm, moist air for too long
needless	adj: describing something unnecessary, pointless, or superfluous and could be avoided without any harm or adverse consequences
tribulate	v: to cause someone to undergo severe hardship or distress; to afflict; to troubles; to suffer
remarkable	adj: worthy of attention because unusual or special
photograph	n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film
precise	adj: sharply exact or accurate or delimited
lee	n: the side or part that is sheltered or facing away from the wind or the direction from which the wind is blowing; a position or location protected from the full force or effects of something, particularly the wind
fry	v: to cook food, especially meat or fish, in hot fat or oil
honor	n: high regard or great respect for someone; the quality of having and doing based on a keen sense of morality; (verb) to show respect towards someone
caption	n: a title or brief explanation accompanying a photograph, illustration, or other images; a heading or inscription for a chapter, section, or document
satisfy	v: to make somebody pleased by giving them what they want or need
oasis	n: a fertile land in a desert or semi-desert environment where there is water and therefore plants and trees and sometimes a village or town
patrol	n: the act of guarding an area or conducting surveillance of an area to maintain order, perform security functions, or prevent crime; a group of officers or soldiers that conducts such an operation
brine	n: a strong solution of salt water used for preserving food, especially meat or fish; saline water found in salt mines or evaporated from seawater
magical	adj: produced by or containing supernatural powers
ecstatic	adj: feeling or characterized by intense joy, delight, or enthusiasm
undisturbed	adj: not interrupted or interfered with; left alone; peaceful
disturb	v: to interrupt someone who is trying to work, sleep, etc.
deploy	v: to move troops or weapons into a position or military action; to bring into something in an effective way
proof	n: a fact or piece of information that shows something is true or exists
concept	n: an idea or principle associated with something abstract
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
foundation	n: the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level; a fundamental basis or principle upon which something is built or established; an organization that provides funding or support for charitable or educational purposes
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
cam	n: a device or mechanism that converts rotary motion to linear motion or vice versa; a revolving cylinder with an irregular shape used in machinery to convert rotary motion into intermittent or reciprocating motion; an abbreviation for camera
install	v: to fix furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position so that it can be used; put into an office or a position
canyon	n: a large deep valley with very steep sides of rock and usually formed by a river
modular	adj: consisting of distinct or separable parts or units that can be joined together and form a complete whole
launch	v: to send or propel something into the air or space using a device such as a rocket, missile, or spacecraft; to make something available or on sale for the first time
recover	v: to return to a former condition, health, mind, or strength
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
take-home	n: the amount of money earned after deducting taxes and other expenses; a task, assignment, or lesson that is meant to be completed or learned outside of a classroom or workplace
mess	n: a state of confusion, dirtiness, or untidiness; (verb) to fail to do something or to make something dirty or untidy
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
opportune	adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose