Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What does 'decline' mean in the context of invitations?

Back

To refuse the invitation.

Front

What is a tool used for decoding messages?

Back

A cipher.

Front

What is the action of moving something from its original location called?

Back

Displace.

Front

What does it mean to displace animals?

Back

To move them from their habitat.

Front

What might a person do if they are deprived of their rights?

Back

Protest.

Front

What does 'deprive' mean?

Back

To take away or withhold something from someone.

Front

What is the meaning of 'habitat'?

Back

The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

Front

What does 'refuse' mean?

Back

To indicate that one is not willing to accept something.

Front

What is a 'cipher'?

Back

A method of transforming a message to keep it secret.

Front

What does 'displace' mean in environmental context?

Back

To move species from their natural environment.