noun. one of the often colored segments of the corolla of a flower

noun. a hard tough metal composed of iron alloyed with small amounts of carbon; verb. get ready for something difficult or unpleasant

verb. 1 to take the property of another without permission or right; 2 move stealthily

noun. sharp piercing cry; verb. utter a shrill cry

noun. a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute

noun. the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment

noun. position with regard to conditions and circumstances

verb. to produce flowers; noun. 1 a flower or group of flowers; 2 a state or time of great activity or thriving or achievement

adjective. guilty of dishonest practices as bribery; lacking integrity