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a person who collects and sells scrap or recyclable materials, especially in South Asia

A tropical tree with round, fragrant orange flowers, sacred in Hindu culture and associated with Lord Krishna

A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.

A large Australian marsupial with powerful hind legs and a long tail, known for hopping.

A unit for measuring the purity of gold, with 24 karats being pure gold.

a small dark purple berry-like fruit that is sour and used in pickles

a European dish of cooked rice, fish, and hard-boiled eggs, originally from India

Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm; sharp or highly developed (for senses).

To hold, retain, or continue to do something.

a person whose job it is to guard or take care of something or someone; a goalkeeper

An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

one's range of knowledge or understanding

a small shelter for a dog; an establishment for the breeding or boarding of dogs

a piece of cloth worn around the head or neck

the central, most important part of something; the edible part of a nut or seed

a combustible hydrocarbon liquid widely used as a fuel in lamps and heating systems

a thick sauce made chiefly from tomatoes, vinegar, and spices

The metabolic process by which the liver produces ketones from fatty acids, providing an alternative energy source during low carbohydrate availability.

a container with a lid, spout, and handle, used for boiling water

A small piece of shaped metal used to open or close locks, or something crucial and essential.

a set of keys used to operate a computer, typewriter, or similar device for inputting text and commands

A species on which other species in an ecosystem largely depend, such that if it were removed the ecosystem would change drastically.

To strike or hit with the foot.

A child or young person.

to take someone away illegally by force, often for ransom

a pair of organs in the body that remove waste products from the blood and balance bodily fluids

To cause the death of a person, animal, or living thing.

A person or thing that kills.

the act of causing death, especially deliberately

a person who spoils the fun or enjoyment of others

a furnace or oven for burning, baking, or drying, especially one for firing pottery or bricks

the base unit of mass in the metric system equal to 1,000 grams

a unit of capacity equal to 1,000 liters

a unit of length equal to 1,000 meters

a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts

a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash

A type or category; showing a gentle, considerate nature.

Having a kind and generous nature; showing compassion and care for others.

a school or class for young children, typically between the ages of four and six

To start a fire or to inspire a feeling or emotion.

in a kind or gentle manner; showing kindness or goodwill

A person's relatives or family; similar in nature or character.

Relating to or resulting from motion.

the male ruler of an independent state, especially one who inherits the position by right of birth

a small bird with bright blue and orange feathers that catches fish by diving into water

a country or territory ruled by a king or queen

A minor or petty king; a ruler of small importance.

The position, dignity, or authority of a king.