Vocabulary Flashcards

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mural

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A large painting or artwork applied directly on a wall or ceiling.

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arctic

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Relating to the regions around the North Pole.

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nectar

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A sugary fluid secreted by plants, especially within flowers to encourage pollination by insects and other animals.

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predator

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An animal that naturally preys on others.

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mystify

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To utterly bewilder or perplex someone.

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crumple

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To crush something so that it becomes creased and wrinkled.

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pastime

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An activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment rather than work; a hobby.

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doze

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To sleep lightly.

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diagram

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A simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something.

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ordeal

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A painful or horrific experience, especially a protracted one.