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jackrabbit | n: a type of large, long-eared hare or rabbit, typically found in the western United States, known for its rapid, zig-zagging movements when startled or pursued; (adjective) describing a sudden, quick movement or acceleration | |
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. | |
desert | n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks | |
stumble | v: to miss a step and fall or nearly fall; to walk unsteadily | |
cactus | n: a plant that typically grows in dry regions and has spiny leaves, stems, and often vibrant flowers | |
succulent | adj: having thick and fleshy leaves or stems that can store water, typically used to describe plants in arid environments; (noun) a type of plant that has thick, fleshy leaves or stems that are capable of storing water | |
flesh | n: the soft substance composing the body of a person or animal, as opposed to bones and other structures | |
native | adj: connecting with or describing someone’s birth country or place of birth, or someone born in a specific country or place | |
spine | n: the series of bones running down the center of the back that protect the spinal cord and support the body; the backbone or vertebral column | |
stem | n: the central part of something from which other parts can develop or grow; the part of a word common to all its inflected variants; (verb) to grow out of, have roots in, or originate in | |
evolve | v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually | |
survive | v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period | |
thrive | v: to grow vigorously; to make steady progress | |
harsh | adj: severe and unkind; extremely tough and unpleasant to inhabit | |
climate | n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period | |
survival | n: the state of continuing to exist or live, frequently in the face of difficulty or danger | |
prickle | v: to cause a tingling or stinging sensation, often from a sharp or pointed object; to provoke or irritate someone, causing them to feel uncomfortable or annoyed; (noun) a small, pointed, and often sharp spine or thorn that grows on a plant or animal | |
modify | v: to change something slightly, such as a plan, option, law, etc., especially to make it more suitable for a particular purpose | |
norm | n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard | |
suited | adj: appropriate, fitting, or acceptable for a particular purpose or occasion; matched or corresponding to a specific person, dress, or circumstances | |
transpire | v: to happen or be revealed | |
massive | adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid | |
dramatically | adv: in a very impressive manner | |
ray | n: a narrow line of light, heat, or another form of energy | |
core | n: the most essential or fundamental part of something | |
temperature | n: the degree of hotness or coldness of a thing or place | |
plummet | v: to fall or drop suddenly and steeply; to decline rapidly or sharply | |
insulate | v: to protect something by interposing material that prevents heat, noise, electricity, etc. | |
function | n: the purpose or use of an object, system, or process; a particular activity or operation that is designed to serve a specific purpose; a mathematical concept that describes a relationship between two sets of values, called the input and output sets; (verb) to operate or work in a specific way, or to perform a particular task or purpose | |
defend | v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc. | |
predator | n: an animal whose natural behavior is to prey on others | |
melon | n: large fruit with a thick rind and fleshy, juicy interior, typically sweet and fragrant | |
limestone | n: a sedimentary rock that is composed mainly of calcium carbonate, which is the mineral calcite | |
soil | n: the top layer of Earth in which plants grow | |
tropical | adj: originating in, located in, or characteristic of the tropics | |
constantly | adv: all the time | |
exposed | adj: having no protection or shield from something, such as bad weather, attack, or criticism | |
rely | v: to require a specific thing or the assistance and support of someone or something to continue, run properly, or succeed. | |
adaptation | n: the action or process of changing to suit different conditions | |
waxy | adj: having a texture or appearance that is similar to wax; smooth and shiny; resistant to water or other liquids | |
substance | n: the real physical material of which a thing or person consist; the most important or main part of some idea or experience; an illegal drug | |
cuticle | n: the outermost layer of skin, hair, or nails; a thin protective layer covering the surface of plants or insects | |
stoma | n: a small opening, pore, or pore-like structure, usually found on the surface of plants, through which gases are exchanged with the environment; in animals, a small opening or pore, such as the mouth or nostril | |
exchange | v: to give something and receive something else in return, often with the implication that the items being traded are of equal or comparable value; (noun) the act of giving or taking something in return for something else; a place or system where goods or services can be bought, sold, or traded | |
photosynthesis | n: the process through which plants and other organisms transform light energy into chemical energy, which is then released through cellular respiration to power the organism’s activities. | |
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 | |
bulk | n: the quantity or size of something that is very large; the main part of something | |
barrel | n: a large round container made of wood, metal, or plastic, with flat ends and, usually, curved sides; one of several units of volume | |
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 | |
towering | adj: very tall or high, often to an impressive or intimidating degree; powerful or dominant in influence or stature | |
tissue | n: an ensemble of similar cells of the animal or plant that together carry out a specific function | |
trunk | n: the main stem or body of a tree which its branches grow | |
taproot | n: the primary, central root of a plant that grows vertically downward and provides the main support for the plant’s stem, as well as the main source of water and nutrients | |
extend | v: to broaden in scope, range, or area | |
ephemeral | adj: lasting or used for only a short time | |
mucilage | n: a type of viscous, gel-like substance produced by some plants, often used for medicinal or culinary purposes | |
glue | n: a sticky substance used for joining things together; a bonding agent made from animal or synthetic materials | |
cling | v: to hold onto something tightly; to be closely attached to someone or something | |
molecule | n: a group of two or more atoms held together by attractive forces known as chemical bonds | |
evaporate | v: to turn a liquid into a gas; to become less intense and disappear gradually | |
dam | n: a wall constructed over a river to block the flow of water, mainly used to generate energy | |
await | v: to wait or stay ready for something; to expect or anticipate something | |
feat | n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
rainforest | n: a forest rich in biodiversity that is generally found in tropical settings with heavy annual rainfall | |
mistletoe | n: a parasitic plant that grows on the branches of certain trees, typically used as a decoration during the winter holiday season, often associated with the tradition of kissing underneath it | |
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 | |
nowhere | adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere | |
ancestor | n: a person from whom one is descended; a forefather |