Lesson 16 Flashcards
What is the meaning of ‘leaf’?
to develop or produce leaves
What does ‘master’ mean?
to become an expert
What is a ‘minuet’?
formal dance that was popular in France in the 1600s
What is ‘dessert’?
food (often sweet) that is served at the end of a meal
What is a ‘desert’?
large area of dry, sandy land where almost nothing grows
What does ‘suppose’ mean?
to guess
What does ‘primary’ refer to?
most important
What is a ‘crop’?
product of the soil that farmers can grow and gather
What is ‘stationery’?
paper and envelopes used for writing and sending letters by postal mail
What does ‘stationary’ mean?
staying in place
What does ‘comprehend’ mean?
to understand completely
What is a ‘parkway’?
a wide highway with trees growing along each side
What does ‘alter’ mean?
to change something somewhat, but not completely
What does ‘final’ refer to?
last
What does ‘curious’ mean?
odd; strange
