whir
to make a low, steady sound like a small machine or insect
Episode vocabulary
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation S15E13: English vocabulary
Season 15, Episode 13CrimeDramaMystery
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catgut
a strong cord made from animal intestines, used especially for old-style instrument strings
sutured
closed with stitches
humanize
to make something less harsh, formal, or impersonal
muffle
to make a sound quieter or less clear
clamor
a loud, confused noise made by a crowd of people
cackle
to laugh in a loud, harsh, and unpleasant way
pimping
the crime of controlling a prostitute and taking money from their work
fleck
a small spot or patch of color, light, or dirt
welcomer
a person whose job or role is to welcome and help guests or newcomers
rearer
a person who breeds and cares for animals
leavings
things that are left over after something is used, eaten, or finished
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solicitation
the act of asking people for money, help, or business
unfreeze
to make something frozen become liquid or less frozen
whimper
to make quiet, weak sounds because you are scared, hurt, or upset
plastering
the work of covering a wall or other surface with plaster
bighorn
a wild sheep of western North America with large curved horns
asphyxiation
the condition of not getting enough oxygen, which can cause unconsciousness or death
strangulation
the act of choking someone by pressing on the throat or neck
prying
too interested in other people's private matters
copped
to get something, especially in a casual or slightly sneaky way
enslave
to make someone a slave, or force people to work without freedom
shudder
to shake slightly because you feel fear, horror, or disgust
exhale
to breathe air out of your lungs