Unit 8 Vocabulary Words and Definitions

Front

axe

Back

A tool with a sharp blade on the end of a long handle that is used for wood.

Front

generation

Back

The average length between the birth of parents and their children.

Front

birch

Back

A tree with hard wood and smooth bark that peels off easily into strips.

Front

basic

Back

Relating to the most important part of something.

Front

artic

Back

Relating to extreme cold and winter.

Front

weary

Back

Extremely tires

Front

elder

Back

An older person in a community who is respected.

Front

headdress

Back

A decorative head covering usually worn for special occasions.

Front

lead

Back

First, serving as leader

Front

runt

Back

The smallest animal in the litter.