whir
to make a low, steady sound like a small machine or insect
Episode vocabulary
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation S13E4: English vocabulary
Season 13, Episode 4CrimeDramaMystery
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sidle
to move sideways, often in a shy or sneaky way
striation
a pattern of lines, ridges, or grooves on a surface
inroad
an increase in influence, success, or progress, especially in a difficult situation
worser
an old or nonstandard comparative of bad, meaning worse
dabble
to put your hands or feet into water and move them gently
wallflower
a shy person who stays on the edge of a social event and does not join in much
ratting
the act of hunting or trapping rats
wry
showing dry, slightly mocking humor
scoff
to show that you think something is silly or not worth taking seriously
obliterate
destroy completely; leave nothing behind
welcomer
a person whose job or role is to welcome and help guests or newcomers
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carotid
either of the two main arteries that carry blood to the head and neck
incise
to cut into a surface or make a cut in something, especially in surgery
strapping
tall, strong, and healthy-looking
impersonator
a person who pretends to be someone else, especially a famous person
fibrous
made of fibers or looking like fibers
asphyxiation
the condition of not getting enough oxygen, which can cause unconsciousness or death
hilt
the handle of a sword or similar weapon
yelp
to make a short, sharp cry, especially in pain or surprise
grooving
to move or dance in a relaxed way to music
snippet
a small piece or short part of something
affix
to attach something firmly to something else
prying
too interested in other people's private matters