"Shiloh" Vocabulary #1

Sugar

• A sweet substance obtained from various plants, used to sweeten food.

• A type of salt used in cooking.

• A bitter substance used to enhance flavors.

• A natural preservative found in fruits.

Leap

• To jump or spring a long distance.

• To walk slowly and carefully.

• To fall down suddenly.

• To sit quietly and observe.

Buckshot

• Small pellets used in shotgun shells.

• Large solid projectiles used in rifles.

• A type of shotgun shell casing.

• A brand of hunting ammunition.

Loping

• Leaping or moving with a long, bounding stride.

• Walking slowly and carefully.

• Running in a straight line at high speed.

• Jumping over obstacles in a rhythmic manner.

Boiling

• The process of cooking food in water or other liquid at high temperatures.

• The method of cooking food using dry heat in an oven.

• The technique of cooking food by submerging it in cold water.

• The process of cooking food quickly over high heat in a pan.

Whimper

• A loud cry of joy or excitement.

• A low, feeble sound expressing fear or pain.

• A cheerful laugh or giggle.

• A strong shout of anger.

Dusk

• The time of day just before night when the light is fading.

• The period of time after sunset when the sky is completely dark.

• The early morning hours when the sun rises.

• The time of day when the sun is at its highest point.

Veterinarian

• A doctor who specializes in the treatment of animals.

• A person who trains animals for competitions.

• A scientist who studies animal behavior.

• A nurse who assists in animal surgeries.

Tremble

• To shake involuntarily, often due to fear or cold.

• To stand still and not move at all.

• To speak loudly and confidently.

• To walk slowly and carefully.

Plank

• Heavy wide boards used in construction or flooring.

• Thin sheets of metal used for roofing.

• Flexible strips of wood used for crafting.

• Small pieces of fabric used for upholstery.