4 Flashcards
barrel
Noun
A large cylindrical
container used to store liquids, that has a flat top and bottom.
A barrel of oil is a common measure for its price.
brochure
A small paper covered book that has in it information or advertising that is descriptive.
bureaucrat
An official of the government or administration.
Bureaucrats staff government agencies and must be aware of regulatory issues.
canon
A principle, standard, or general rule.
canvas
The artist looked long at the empty canvas considering the picture to be painted.
captivate
To get and keep someone’s attention by charm or some other type of enjoyable or irresistible feature.
The child captivated the audience with his smile and charm.
cargo
Products transported as freight by sea, air, or road
The ship’s cargo included bananas and pineapples from Central America.
casualty
A person that has been hurt or killed in an accident.
cater
To give what is desired or needed in a specific situation or by a specific collection or people.
The mother caters to the needs of her oldest son.
caterpillar
The larva belonging to a butterfly or a moth. It characteristics are having a long soft body, a lot of short legs, and many bright colors on its skin.