| Term | Definition |
| alloy | A substance that contains a well mixed blend of elements; metallic properties |
| extinguish | put an end to |
| profuse | produced or growing in extreme abundance |
| mongrel | an inferior dog or one of mixed breed |
| seep | pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings |
| fragrant | pleasant-smelling |
| grate | a frame of iron bars to hold a fire, a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something |
| squander | waste; spend foolishly |
| rancid | spoiled or bad smelling |
| quarantine | isolation to prevent the spread of infectious disease |
| scamper | (v)to run or move quickly or playfully |
| abundant | Plentiful. |
| handicap | put at a disadvantage |
| plod | to walk heavily |
| musty | stale and unclean smelling |
| sibling | a person's brother or sister |
| foil | a piece of thin and flexible sheet metal, a character who acts as a contrasts to another character |
| contorted | Twisted out of its usual form |
| spurt | gush forth in a sudden stream or jet |
| kindle | catch fire |
| raspy | grating, harsh |
| blockade | obstruct access to |
| reek | a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant |
| melodious | having a musical sound |
| hindrance | an obstacle, impediment |