| Term | Definition |
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| alloy | (v) to mix elements (usually metals) to create a new metallic substance; to lower in value or purity; to combine or mix; (n) a mixture of metals; something added that lowers value or purity; a mixture or combination of things |
| extinguish | (v) to stop from burning (as a fire); to put an end to; to kill in large numbers |
| profuse | (adj) plentiful, abundant; given freely and abundantly |
| mongrel | (n) an inferior dog or one of mixed breed; derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; (adj) of mixed origin or character |
| seep | (v) to ooze; to pass gradually or leak through as if through small openings |
| fragrant | (adj) pleasant-smelling |
| grate | (v) to reduce to fragments, shreds, or powder by rubbing against an abrasive surface; to irritate or annoy persistently; to make a harsh rasping sound by or as if by scraping or grinding; (n) a harsh rasping sound made by scraping or rubbing; a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air; a frame of iron bars to hold a fire |
| squander | (v) to waste; to spend extravagantly, foolishly, or thoughtlessly; (n) excessive or extravagant expenditure |
| rancid | (adj) having the disagreeable odor or taste of decomposing oils or fats; spoiled or stale-smelling; nasty or offensive |
| quarantine | (v) to place into enforced isolation, as for medical reasons; (n) detention of humans or animals suspected to have contagious disease until they are proved free of infection; a place where enforced isolation takes place |
| scamper | (v) to rush about lightly and quickly |
| abundant | (adj) available in generous amounts, plentiful, ample |
| handicap | (v) to injure permanently; to put at a disadvantage; to predict the odds of someone winning or losing a race or contest; (n) physical or mental unfitness or disability; a hindrance; advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning |
| plod | (v) to walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud; to trudge steadily and with effort; (n) the act of moving or walking heavily and slowly; the sound made by a heavy step |
| musty | (adj) smelling stale, moldy, or unclean; without freshness or appeal because of overuse (as in attitudes, ideas, expressions); dull or out-of-date |
| sibling | (n) a brother or sister |
| foil | (v) to frustrate, thwart, hinder, or prevent the efforts, plans, or desires of; to enhance by contrast; (n) a piece of thin and flexible sheet metal; a light, slender, flexible fencing sword; anything that serves by contrast to call attention to another thing's good qualities |
| contorted | (adj) strained or wrenched out of normal shape; twisted as in pain or struggle |
| spurt | (v) to gush forth in a sudden stream or jet (liquid); to move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy; (n) a sudden swift squirting of liquid; a sudden burst of speed or energy |
| kindle | (v) to cause to start burning, to ignite; to stir up, arouse, or inspire feelings or responses |
| raspy | (adj) unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound |
| blockade | (v) to obstruct access to; to hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; to surround and isolate; (n) the isolation of a nation, area, city, or harbor by hostile ships or forces in order to prevent the entrance and exit of traffic and commerce |
| reek | (v) to smell badly and offensively; to give off smoke, fumes, warm vapor, steam, etc.; to be pervaded by something unpleasant; (n) a strong offensive odor, a stench |
| melodious | (adj) having a pleasantly musical sound, tuneful |
| hindrance | (n) an obstruction that impedes or is burdensome; the act of hindering, obstructing, or impeding |
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