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bonobo | n: a species of great ape that is native to the Congo Basin in Africa, known for its intelligence, social behavior, and peaceful temperament | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
humanlike | adj: resembling or having characteristics of a human, such as in appearance or behavior | |
egalitarian | adj: relating to or characterized by the belief in the equal rights, opportunities, and treatment of all people, regardless of their race, gender, or social class | |
empathy | n: the ability to share another person’s feelings or experiences by imagining that person’s situation | |
confine | v: to restrict the movement of someone or something | |
aspect | n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc. | |
permanent | adj: lasting for a long time without essential change | |
communicate | v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals | |
conflict | n: a strong disagreement, argument, or a violent clash between two opposing groups or individuals | |
resolution | n: a firm decision or determination to do or not do something; the action of solving a problem, dispute, or conflict; the quality of being resolved or determined; the clarity and sharpness of an image or display | |
divide | v: to separate or cause to separate into parts or groups | |
initially | adv: at the beginning; at first | |
causal | adj: relating to or indicating a cause or the relationship between causes and effects; resulting from a cause | |
brain | n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling | |
mathematics | n: the science dealing with the logic of quantities, shapes, spaces, and arrangement | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
hairy | adj: covered with hair or having a furry texture; difficult, dangerous, or complicated | |
upright | adj: perpendicular to a horizontal surface or line; (adverb) in a vertical position | |
biology | n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things | |
attribute | v: to say or regard that something is the result of a particular thing; (noun) a quality or feature that someone or something possesses; | |
introduction | n: a preliminary explanation or remarks given before the start of a text, performance, or event; the act of bringing something new into existence or introducing something to a wider audience or new market | |
origin | n: the first existence or beginning of something | |
puberty | n: the process of a person’s physical changes through which their sexual organs develop and become capable of reproduction | |
chimpanzee | n: a small, very intelligent ape found in west and central Africa with black or brown fur | |
Australopithecus | n: any of several extinct hominid species that lived in Africa between 4 million and 1 million years ago and are considered to be among the earliest ancestors of modern humans | |
pelvic | adj: of or relating to the pelvis, the lower part of the trunk of the human body, between the hips | |
flatter | v: to praise or compliment someone insincerely or excessively to gain favor or manipulate them; to make someone feel pleased or proud by praising or complimenting them, often genuinely | |
rotate | v: to turn around a central point or axis; to move in a circular path around something | |
biped | n: an animal with two feet | |
gait | n: a person’s manner of walking, running, or moving on foot; a particular pattern or style of movement or locomotion | |
narrator | n: a person who tells a story, especially in a book or film | |
jungle | n: an area of tropical forest where in which trees and plants grow very thickly | |
encircle | v: to form a circle or ring around something or someone; to surround or encompass something or someone completely | |
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 | |
dense | adj: containing a large number of people or something with little space between them | |
undertake | v: to do or begin to do something, such as an enterprise or responsibility | |
slightly | adv: in a small degree or extent; a little | |
gentle | adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild | |
creature | n: a living being, especially an animal | |
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 | |
frame | n: a strong border or structure of the wood, metal, etc. that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or window | |
capture | v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape | |
spontaneously | adv: in a way that is natural, not planned or forced, and often sudden | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
nest | n: a structure in which animals lay their eggs or give birth to their young | |
vocalize | v: to express something such as feelings or ideas in words | |
zip | n: a fastener made of interlocking teeth or ridges that is used to join two edges or pieces of fabric; a sound or motion that resembles the sound made by a zipper when it is pulled; (of a computer) a popular file compression and archiving format; (short for Zone Improvement Plan) a system of postal codes used in the United States to help facilitate mail delivery more efficiently | |
backpack | n: a bag or pack that is worn on the back, often used for carrying books, equipment, or supplies | |
lab | n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory | |
pedal | n: a foot-operated lever or control, especially one used to control a vehicle, machine, or musical instrument | |
reverse | v: to change something’s direction, order, position, decision, etc., to the opposite one; (adjective) directed or moving toward the rear | |
individual | n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group | |
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 | |
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 | |
operate | v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something | |
evolution | n: a gradual process of transformation of living things | |
scissor | v: (noun, usually “scissors”) a cutting instrument consisting of a pair of metal blades; to cut or clip something with scissors; to move or position two things that cross each other like a pair of scissors | |
groom | v: to clean, brush, and care for the fur or feathers of an animal; to prepare oneself or someone else for a special event or occasion; to make something neat; (noun, also “bridegroom”) a man who is about to be married or has recently been married | |
offspring | n: descendant; any immature animal or plant | |
impressive | adj: arousing admiration due to size, quality, or skill | |
subtle | adj: not readily apparent or visible | |
maneuver | n: a motion or combination of moves that requires skill and care; a clever strategy, activity, or movement intended to give someone an advantage | |
delicate | adj: very fine, subtle, and pleasing; easily broken or damaged or destroyed | |
imitate | v: to copy the speech, behavior, appearance, etc. of someone or something | |
tug | v: to pull something quickly and hard, often several times | |
ancestor | n: a person from whom one is descended; a forefather | |
strike | v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon | |
aim | v: to try or plan to get or achieve something | |
glance | v: to give a quick or brief look; to hit something at an angle | |
flake | n: a small, thin piece or layer of something, often with a flat or irregular shape; a person who is unreliable or inconsistent | |
extreme | adj: very great in amount or degree | |
handle | v: to deal with a situation, problem, or strong emotion | |
identical | adj: being the exact same one | |
blade | n: the flat part of a knife, weapon, or machine with a very thin edge used for cutting | |
striking | adj: attractive and distinctive enough to draw notice; exceedingly appealing, frequently in an odd manner | |
resemblance | n: similarity in appearance or exterior or superficial details | |
woods | n: a dense area of trees and shrubs, typically forming a forest or woodland; a place of natural beauty and tranquility; a golf club used for hitting long shots, also known as a driver | |
stare | v: to gaze or look fixedly and intently at someone or something, often in a questioning, curious, or suspicious manner; (noun) a fixed, intense, and prolonged gaze or look | |
normally | adv: usually; under normal conditions | |
unexpected | adj: not anticipated or regarded as likely to happen | |
ape | n: a large animal with long arms, no tail, and usually a lot of body hair, including gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and gibbons | |
geometric | adj: relating to or having the characteristics of geometry (= the shape, properties, and relations of points, lines, surfaces, solids) | |
chalk | n: a soft, white, porous sedimentary rock composed of calcium carbonate, often used for drawing or writing on surfaces such as blackboards | |
writ | n: a written legal order or command | |
sue | v: to claim a person or organization, especially by filing a legal claim for money or redress | |
symbol | n: something visible that is used to represent something else | |
keyboard | n: device consisting of a set of keys on a piano, typewriter, computer, etc., that you press to make it work | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
hut | n: a small, simple, and often crude shelter or dwelling, typically made of natural materials such as wood or mud | |
lexicon | n: all the words and phrases of a particular language or branch of knowledge, such as nautical or medical | |
rot | v: to decay, or cause something to decay, naturally and gradually | |
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 | |
curve | n: a bend or angle in a line or surface that deviates from a straight or flat path; a gradual or smooth change in direction or shape | |
collar | n: a band of material worn around the neck, typically forming part of a shirt or jacket; (verb) to grab or catch hold of someone or something | |
indicate | v: to show, point out, or make known something, often through a sign or a symbol; to suggest or imply something without stating it directly | |
institutional | adj: of, in, or relating to a large important organization, such as a university or bank; organized as or forming part of the standard systems, practices, etc. | |
requirement | n: something that is needed or wanted | |
straight | adj: extending or moving in one direction without bending or curving; having no deviations | |
stun | v: to make a person or an animal unconscious or dizzy, especially by hitting them on the head; to make someone surprised or shocked greatly | |
permit | v: to allow for something to happen or be done; (noun) the act of giving a formal, usually written, authorization | |
acquire | v: to buy or obtain something such as an asset, object, knowledge, etc., for oneself | |
acquisition | n: the act of getting something, usually through purchase, negotiation, or effort | |
naturally | adv: as might be expected; by natural manners | |
environment | n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live | |
interact | v: to communicate or react with somebody | |
meaningful | adj: having meaning, function, or purpose; serious, significant, or worthwhile | |
harmonica | n: (also known as “mouth organ” or “harp”) a small, handheld musical instrument consisting of a series of metal reeds, which produce musical sounds when air is blown or drawn through them by the player’s breath | |
peer | n: a person who has the same age, status, or ability | |
eager | adj: showing enthusiasm and a strong desire or interest to do something | |
curiosity | n: a strong desire to know or learn about something | |
flourish | v: to grow or develop vigorously or successfully | |
instrument | n: an object used to make musical sounds, such as a piano, guitar, or drum; a tool or device used for a specific activity, particularly in specialist or scientific work | |
xylophone | n: a musical instrument consisting of a series of wooden bars of different lengths that are struck with mallets to produce musical tones; a percussion instrument that is commonly used in orchestras, bands, and music ensembles | |
enthusiastically | adv: in a way that shows intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval | |
accompany | v: to go somewhere or travel with someone or something | |
singe | v: to burn something slightly or superficially, usually by mistake | |
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 | |
promote | v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank | |
emergence | n: the process or fact of coming into existence or becoming apparent | |
capability | n: the ability, skill, or competence to do something; the potential or aptitude for a particular task or function | |
monster | n: an imaginary creature that is large and has various human and animal parts; someone or something large and powerful | |
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 | |
pitch | n: the property of sound that varies with variation in the frequency of vibration; the degree of a slope, especially of a roof; short presentation for selling or sharing something | |
probable | adj: likely to happen or likely to be true |