ASTRONAUT
/ ˈæs trəˌnɔt / [AS-truh-nawt] (n.)
– a person trained to go to outer space
Example: Neil Armstrong is the first astronaut to walk on the moon.
Additional info: This word originated from Greek words that mean “space sailor.”
SPACECRAFT
/ ˈspeɪsˌkræft / [SPEYS-kraft] (n.)
– a vehicle that can travel to and stay in outer space
Example: Three astronauts are in the spacecraft.
Additional info: Its synonyms include spaceship and rocket.
MIST
/ mɪst / [mist] (n.)
– very small drops of water or any liquid that is usually sprayed
Example: My favorite body mist scent is vanilla.
Additional info: It may also refer to small drops of water that fall as rain.
FERTILIZER
/ ˈfɜr tlˌaɪ zər / [FUR-tl-ahy-zer] (n.)
– a substance that makes soil healthier so plants can grow properly
Example: We use organic fertilizers in our garden.
Additional info: Fertilizers can either be organic or chemical.
DISTRACT
/ dɪˈstrækt / [dih-STRAKT] (v.)
– to shift one’s attention from one thing to another
Example: I need something to distract me so I won’t get stressed with work.
Additional info: Divert and disturb are similar to this term.
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