A Kids’ Dictionary

Table: A piece of furniture with a flat top. The books were on the table.

Tablet: A small flat device or pill. She used a tablet to read.

Tackle: Equipment used in sports or fishing. The player grabbed the tackle.

Tail: The back part of an animal. The dog wagged its tail.

Tailor: A person who makes clothes. The tailor stitched a shirt.

Take: To get or receive something. Please take this book.

Tale: A short story. Grandma told a tale.

Talent: A natural skill. She has talent for singing.

Talk: To speak words. They talk every day.

Tall: Having great height. The tree is tall.

Tame: Not wild. The rabbit became tame.

Tank: A large container for liquids. The fish swam in the tank.

Tap: To touch lightly. He tapped the table.

Tape: A sticky strip for fixing things. She used tape on the paper.

Target: Something you aim at. The arrow hit the target.

Task: A piece of work to do. He finished the task.

Taste: The flavor of food. The cake had a sweet taste.

Taxi: A car for hire. We took a taxi home.

Tea: A hot drink made from leaves. She drank tea.

Teach: To help someone learn. Teachers teach children.

Teacher: A person who teaches. The teacher explained math.

Team: A group working together. The team won the match.

Tear: A drop from the eye. A tear rolled down her cheek.

Tease: To make fun in a playful way. The boys tease each other.

Teapot: A pot used for making tea. The teapot was hot.

Teddy: A soft toy bear. The child hugged the teddy.

Teeth: Hard parts in the mouth for biting. Brush your teeth daily.

Telephone: A device used for calling. She answered the telephone.

Television: A device for watching shows. We watched television.

Tell: To give information. Please tell the truth.

Temple: A building for worship. The temple was quiet.

Ten: The number after nine. I counted ten stars.

Tender: Soft and gentle. The meat was tender.

Tennis: A game played with rackets. They played tennis.

Tent: A cloth shelter. The campers slept in a tent.

Term: A period of time. The school term ended.

Test: An exam or trial. The class took a test.

Text: Written words. The text was easy to read.

Thank: To express gratitude. I thank you.

Theater: A place for plays. The theater was full.

Theme: Main idea of something. The story had a clear theme.

Theory: An idea explaining something. The scientist shared a theory.

Thermometer: Tool for measuring temperature. The thermometer showed heat.

Thick: Having large width. The book was thick.

Thin: Not thick. The rope was thin.

Thing: An object. Put the thing on the shelf.

Think: To use the mind. I think about the answer.

Third: Number after second. She came third.

Thirst: Need for water. After running he felt thirst.

Thirsty: Wanting water. I am thirsty.

Thirty: The number after twenty-nine. Thirty students came.

Thread: Thin string for sewing. She used thread.

Threat: A danger or warning. The storm was a threat.

Three: The number after two. I saw three birds.

Throat: The inside of the neck. My throat hurts.

Throw: To send through the air. He threw the ball.

Thumb: The short thick finger. He gave a thumbs up.

Thunder: Loud sound during a storm. Thunder shook the sky.

Thursday: Day of the week. Thursday comes before Friday.

Ticket: A paper for entry. He bought a ticket.

Tide: Rise and fall of sea water. The tide came in.

Tie: To fasten with a knot. She tied the rope.

Tiger: A large striped cat. The tiger roared loudly.

Tight: Firm and not loose. The knot was tight.

Tile: A flat piece for floors or roofs. The tile was shiny.

Till: Up to a time. Wait till tomorrow.

Time: Measure of moments. Time moves fast.

Tiny: Very small. The ant is tiny.

Tip: The pointed end. The pencil tip broke.

Tire: Rubber cover of a wheel. The tire needed air.

Tired: Feeling the need to rest. He felt tired.

Title: Name of a book. The title was interesting.

Toast: Bread browned by heat. She ate toast.

Tobacco: A plant used for smoking. Tobacco grows in fields.

Today: The present day. Today is sunny.

Toe: A finger of the foot. I hurt my toe.

Together: With each other. They worked together.

Toilet: A room for washing. The toilet is clean.

Token: A small sign of something. She gave a token gift.

Tomato: A red fruit used as a vegetable. The tomato was juicy.

Tomorrow: The day after today. We leave tomorrow.

Tongue: Organ used for tasting. The tongue tastes food.

Tool: An item used for work. The hammer is a tool.

Tooth: Hard white part in mouth. My tooth hurts.

Top: The highest part. The bird sat on top.

Topic: Subject of discussion. The topic was science.

Torch: A portable light. He carried a torch.

Tornado: A strong spinning wind. The tornado damaged houses.

Total: Whole amount. The total was ten.

Touch: To feel with hands. Do not touch the fire.

Tour: A trip around places. They took a city tour.

Tow: To pull something. The truck will tow the car.

Tower: A tall building part. The tower stood high.

Town: A small city. The town looked peaceful.

Toy: A plaything for children. The toy car moved.

Trace: To follow marks. He traced the drawing.

Track: A path or trail. The train ran on the track.

Trade: Buying and selling goods. Trade happens in markets.

Traffic: Movement of vehicles. Traffic was heavy.

Trail: A path through nature. We followed the trail.

Train: A vehicle on rails. The train arrived.

Trap: A device for catching. The mouse fell in a trap.

Travel: To go from place to place. We love to travel.

Treasure: Valuable items hidden. Pirates searched for treasure.

Tree: A tall plant with trunk. The tree gave shade.

Trend: A general direction. The trend was rising.

Trial: A test or court case. The trial lasted long.

Triangle: A shape with three sides. Draw a triangle.

Tribe: A group of people. The tribe lived in the forest.

Trick: A clever act. The magician did a trick.

Trip: A short journey. We went on a trip.

Trophy: A prize for winning. The team won a trophy.

Tropical: Related to warm regions. Tropical fruits grow here.

Trouble: A problem. He had trouble solving it.

Truck: A large vehicle for goods. The truck carried boxes.

True: Correct or real. The answer was true.

Trust: To believe in someone. I trust my friend.

Truth: Something that is real. She spoke the truth.

Try: To attempt something. Try again.

Tube: A hollow cylinder. The tube carried water.

Tuesday: A day of the week. Tuesday comes after Monday.

Tune: A short melody. The tune sounded nice.

Tunnel: An underground passage. The train entered the tunnel.

Turn: To change direction. The car made a turn.

Turtle: A reptile with a shell. The turtle moved slowly.

Tutor: A private teacher. The tutor helped him study.

Twice: Two times. I visited twice.

Twig: A small branch. The twig snapped.

Twin: One of two children born together. The twins look alike.

Twinkle: To shine with small flashes. Stars twinkle at night.

Twist: To turn something. Twist the cap.

Type: A kind or category. What type is it?

Typical: Usual or common. It was a typical day.

Tyrant: A cruel ruler. The tyrant ruled harshly.

Tabletcase: A cover for a tablet device. She kept the tablet in a tabletcase.

Tablecloth: A cloth used to cover a table. The tablecloth was clean.

Tableware: Dishes and utensils for eating. The tableware was shiny.

Tabulate: To arrange data in a table. They tabulated the results.

Tack: A small sharp nail. He fixed the paper with a tack.

Tacklebox: A box for fishing tools. The fisherman opened his tacklebox.

Tact: Skill in dealing with people. She handled the problem with tact.

Tactic: A plan to achieve something. The team used a smart tactic.

Tadpole: A young frog. The tadpole swam in the pond.

Tag: A small label. The bag had a name tag.

Tailgate: The back door of a truck. The tailgate was open.

Tailwind: Wind blowing from behind. The tailwind helped the plane.

Takeoff: The moment a plane leaves ground. The takeoff was smooth.

Takeaway: Food taken from a restaurant. We ordered takeaway.

Talented: Having natural skill. The child is talented.

Talisman: An object believed to bring luck. He carried a talisman.

Talker: A person who talks a lot. She is a cheerful talker.

Tallow: Fat used for candles. The candle was made of tallow.

Tambourine: A musical instrument with jingles. She played the tambourine.

Tangle: To twist together. The wires formed a tangle.

Tankard: A large drinking cup. He drank from a tankard.

Tanker: A ship that carries liquid. The tanker carried oil.

Tanning: Darkening of skin in sun. The tanning happened quickly.

Tapestry: A thick woven wall hanging. The tapestry showed a story.

Tar: A thick black substance. The road was covered in tar.

Targeted: Chosen as a goal. The player targeted the net.

Tariff: A tax on imports. The country raised tariffs.

Tarmac: Surface used for airplanes. The plane waited on the tarmac.

Tarnish: To lose shine. The silver began to tarnish.

Taro: A tropical root plant. Farmers harvested taro.

Tart: Having a sharp taste. The lemon pie tasted tart.

Taskforce: A group formed for a task. The taskforce solved the issue.

Tasteful: Showing good style. The room looked tasteful.

Tasty: Having a pleasant taste. The soup was tasty.

Tattoo: A design on skin. He had a tattoo.

Taunt: To tease in a mean way. The boys taunted him.

Tavern: A place where drinks are served. Travelers rested at the tavern.

Tax: Money paid to the government. Citizens pay tax.

Taxiway: Path for airplanes on ground. The plane moved on the taxiway.

Teacherly: Like a teacher. She gave teacherly advice.

Teacup: A small cup for tea. The teacup was delicate.

Teahouse: A place serving tea. We sat in the teahouse.

Teak: A strong tropical wood. The table was teak.

Teal: A blue-green color. The bird had teal feathers.

Teammate: A member of the same team. My teammate passed the ball.

Teardown: The act of taking apart. Workers began the teardown.

Teardrop: A drop shaped like a tear. A teardrop fell.

Teaspoon: A small spoon. Add a teaspoon of sugar.

Technical: Related to machines or science. He gave technical details.

Technician: A skilled worker. The technician fixed the machine.

Technology: Use of science in tools. Technology helps us daily.

Tectonic: Related to earth plates. Tectonic plates move slowly.

Teddycoat: A soft coat. She wore a teddycoat.

Teen: A person aged 13–19. The teen joined the club.

Teenager: A young person aged 13–19. The teenager studied hard.

Teeny: Very small. The kitten was teeny.

Teeter: To wobble. The stack began to teeter.

Teethbrush: A brush for teeth. Use a teethbrush daily.

Telecast: A show sent by television. The match had a telecast.

Telegram: A message sent quickly. He received a telegram.

Telegraph: A system for sending signals. The telegraph carried messages.

Telescope: A tool to see distant objects. The telescope showed stars.

Telescopic: Able to extend. The pole was telescopic.

Telework: Work done remotely. Many people do telework.

Temper: A person’s mood. He kept his temper calm.

Temperature: How hot or cold something is. The temperature dropped.

Templebell: A bell in a temple. The templebell rang loudly.

Tempt: To attract someone to do something. The smell tempted him.

Temptation: A strong desire. Chocolate was a temptation.

Tenant: A person renting a home. The tenant paid rent.

Tendency: A habit or pattern. She had a tendency to smile.

Tenderness: Gentle feeling. The puppy showed tenderness.

Tenfold: Ten times as much. The prize grew tenfold.

Tennisball: A ball used in tennis. The tennisball bounced high.

Tennisracket: A tool for tennis. He swung the tennisracket.

Tenor: A high male singing voice. The tenor sang beautifully.

Tense: Tight or stressed. The rope felt tense.

Tension: Feeling of stress. The tension ended.

Tentacle: A flexible arm of sea animals. The octopus used tentacles.

Tentmaker: A person who makes tents. The tentmaker stitched cloth.

Terminal: The end point. The train reached the terminal.

Terrace: A flat raised area. Flowers grew on the terrace.

Terrain: The type of land. The terrain was rocky.

Terrible: Very bad. The storm was terrible.

Terrific: Very good. The movie was terrific.

Territory: An area of land. Lions guard their territory.

Terror: Extreme fear. The noise caused terror.

Testify: To give evidence. The witness testified.

Testimony: A formal statement. The testimony was important.

Testing: Checking something carefully. The testing took hours.

Textbook: A school book. The student read the textbook.

Textile: Fabric or cloth. The factory made textiles.

Texture: How something feels. The fabric had smooth texture.

Thankful: Feeling grateful. She felt thankful.

Thankfully: In a grateful way. Thankfully the rain stopped.

Theatergoer: A person who visits theaters. The theatergoer bought popcorn.

Theaterstage: The platform where actors perform. The actors stood on the theaterstage.

Theatrical: Related to theater or acting. His entrance was theatrical.

Theology: Study of religion. She studied theology.

Theoretical: Based on ideas rather than practice. The scientist proposed a theoretical model.

Therapy: Treatment for illness or stress. Music therapy helped him relax.

Therapist: A person who provides therapy. The therapist listened carefully.

Thermal: Related to heat. The jacket had thermal lining.

Thermos: A container that keeps drinks hot or cold. He filled the thermos with tea.

Thimble: A small cap worn on finger when sewing. She wore a thimble.

Thirstless: Not feeling thirst. After water he felt thirstless.

Thistle: A prickly plant. The thistle grew in the field.

Thorn: A sharp point on plants. The rose had a thorn.

Thought: An idea in the mind. A thought came to her.

Thoughtful: Showing care for others. He gave a thoughtful gift.

Threadbare: Worn thin by use. The coat looked threadbare.

Threaten: To warn of harm. The storm threatened the town.

Thrill: A feeling of excitement. The ride gave a thrill.

Thriller: An exciting story. The book was a thriller.

Thrive: To grow well. Plants thrive in sunlight.

Throatful: A full mouth or throat. He drank a throatful of water.

Throne: A royal chair. The king sat on the throne.

Throttle: To control speed. The pilot adjusted the throttle.

Thrower: A person who throws. The thrower aimed the ball.

Thud: A dull heavy sound. The book fell with a thud.

Thumbprint: Mark made by a thumb. The paper had a thumbprint.

Thunderbolt: A sudden flash of lightning. A thunderbolt lit the sky.

Thunderstorm: A storm with thunder. The thunderstorm was loud.

Tick: A small insect. A tick hid in the grass.

Ticker: A device that ticks. The ticker showed time.

Tickle: To touch lightly causing laughter. She tried to tickle him.

Tidal: Related to tides. Tidal waves rose quickly.

Tidbit: A small tasty piece of food. She shared a tidbit.

Tidy: Neat and clean. The room looked tidy.

Tidyup: To make neat. Please tidyup the table.

Tier: One level of a structure. The cake had three tiers.

Tigerish: Like a tiger. The cat looked tigerish.

Timber: Wood prepared for building. The house used timber.

Timepiece: A device showing time. The timepiece hung on the wall.

Timetable: A schedule of times. The train timetable changed.

Timid: Shy and fearful. The deer looked timid.

Tinder: Dry material for lighting fire. He used tinder to start the fire.

Tingle: A slight prickling feeling. My fingers began to tingle.

Tinker: To repair things. He liked to tinker with clocks.

Tinkling: A light ringing sound. The bells made tinkling sounds.

Tinsel: Shiny decoration. The tree had tinsel.

Tint: A slight color shade. The sky had a pink tint.

Tiptoe: To walk quietly on toes. She walked on tiptoe.

Tiptop: The highest point. The bird sat on the tiptop.

Tiredness: Feeling of being tired. The long run caused tiredness.

Tiring: Causing fatigue. The journey was tiring.

Tissue: Soft paper used for wiping. She used a tissue.

Titan: A giant or powerful person. The hero was a titan.

Titanium: A strong metal. The frame used titanium.

Tithe: A small share given as offering. The farmer paid tithe.

Titlepage: The first page of a book. The titlepage looked neat.

Toboggan: A sled for sliding on snow. Children rode the toboggan.

Toddler: A young child learning to walk. The toddler laughed.

Toeprint: A mark made by a toe. The sand showed a toeprint.

Toffee: A sweet candy. The toffee tasted delicious.

Tofu: Food made from soybeans. She cooked tofu.

Togetherness: Feeling of unity. The family shared togetherness.

Toil: Hard work. Farmers toil daily.

Tokenism: Small symbolic effort. The gesture felt like tokenism.

Tolerance: Ability to accept differences. The class practiced tolerance.

Tolerant: Accepting of others. She is tolerant.

Tomcat: A male cat. The tomcat slept outside.

Tomography: Imaging method in medicine. Doctors used tomography.

Tongs: A tool for gripping hot items. He used tongs.

Tongueful: A mouthful of words. He spoke a tongueful.

Toolbox: A box holding tools. The toolbox was heavy.

Toolmaker: A person who makes tools. The toolmaker worked carefully.

Toothache: Pain in a tooth. The toothache hurt badly.

Toothbrush: A brush for teeth. Use a toothbrush daily.

Toothpaste: Paste used for brushing teeth. The toothpaste smelled minty.

Toothpick: A small stick for cleaning teeth. He used a toothpick.

Topaz: A yellow gemstone. The ring had topaz.

Topcoat: An outer coat. He wore a topcoat.

Topknot: Hair tied on top. The dancer wore a topknot.

Torchlight: Light from a torch. Torchlight filled the cave.

Tornadoes: More than one tornado. Tornadoes struck the area.

Torpedo: An underwater weapon. The submarine fired a torpedo.

Torrent: A fast flowing stream. The rain formed a torrent.

Tortoise: A slow land turtle. The tortoise walked slowly.

Toss: To throw lightly. He tossed the ball.

Totality: The complete whole. The eclipse reached totality.

Touchdown: A score in football. The team made a touchdown.

Touchpad: A flat input device. The laptop had a touchpad.

Touchscreen: A screen controlled by touch. The phone has a touchscreen.

Tourism: Travel for pleasure. Tourism helps cities.

Tourist: A traveler visiting places. The tourist took photos.

Toward: In the direction of. She walked toward the park.

Towel: Cloth used for drying. He used a towel.

Towline: Rope used for towing. The truck used a towline.

Toxic: Poisonous. The gas was toxic.

Toxin: Poison produced by living things. The snake had toxin.

Toymaker: A person who makes toys. The toymaker carved wood.

Toyshop: A store selling toys. Children love the toyshop.

Tracer: Something that traces. The tracer showed the path.

Trackway: A path of tracks. The animals left a trackway.

Tractor: A farm vehicle. The tractor plowed the field.

Tradeoff: A compromise between choices. The plan had tradeoffs.

Trademark: A registered brand symbol. The logo became a trademark.

Tradition: A custom passed down. The festival is a tradition.

Traditional: Following old customs. The dance was traditional.

Trailblazer: A pioneer. The scientist was a trailblazer.

Trainyard: A place where trains stand. The trainyard was busy.

Trait: A feature of character. Kindness is a good trait.

Tram: A street railway car. The tram moved slowly.

Tramp: To walk heavily. He tramped through snow.

Trampoline: A springy jumping surface. Kids bounced on the trampoline.

Tranquil: Calm and peaceful. The lake looked tranquil.

Transaction: A business deal. The store recorded the transaction.

Transfer: To move something. The file transferred quickly.

Transform: To change shape. The caterpillar transformed.

Transition: A change from one state to another. The transition was smooth.

Translate: To change language. She translated the text.

Transport: To carry something. Trucks transport goods.

Trapdoor: A door in a floor. The magician used a trapdoor.

Trashcan: A container for trash. Throw waste in the trashcan.

Traveler: A person who travels. The traveler packed light.

Treeline: The edge where trees stop growing. The treeline marked the mountain.

Tremble: To shake slightly. His hands trembled.

Tremor: A small earthquake. A tremor shook the ground.

Triangle: A shape with three sides. Draw a triangle.

Tribute: Something given to honor. The statue was a tribute.

Trident: A three-pronged spear. The statue held a trident.

Trillion: A very large number. The cost reached a trillion.

Trim: To cut neatly. She trimmed the hedge.

Triplet: One of three born together. The triplet laughed.

Tripod: A three-legged stand. The camera used a tripod.

Trophycase: A cabinet for trophies. The school had a trophycase.

Tropic: Region near the equator. The tropic is warm.

Troubadour: A traveling singer. The troubadour sang songs.

Trough: A long container for animals. The horse ate from the trough.

Trousers: Pants for wearing. He wore trousers.

Truckload: Amount carried by a truck. The farm shipped a truckload.

Trunk: Main stem of a tree. The trunk was thick.

Trustful: Full of trust. The child looked trustful.

Truthful: Honest. She gave a truthful answer.

Tryout: A test to join a team. He attended tryouts.

Tub: A large container for bathing. The tub was full of water.

Tuba: A large brass instrument. The band played the tuba.

Tubing: Pipes or tubes. The tubing carried water.

Tulip: A spring flower. The tulip bloomed bright.

Tumble: To fall suddenly. The child took a tumble.

Tumor: A swelling in body tissue. Doctors studied the tumor.

Tuneup: Adjustment of a machine. The car needed a tuneup.

Turban: Cloth wrapped on the head. He wore a turban.

Turbine: A spinning machine for power. The turbine produced energy.

Turbulent: Rough and chaotic. The air became turbulent.

Turkey: A large bird. The turkey walked proudly.

Turmeric: A yellow spice. The dish had turmeric.

Turncoat: Someone who changes sides. The leader called him a turncoat.

Turnip: A root vegetable. The farmer harvested turnips.

Turntable: A rotating platform. The DJ used a turntable.

Turnstile: A rotating gate. The stadium had turnstiles.

Turquoise: A blue-green stone. She wore turquoise jewelry.

Tussle: A short fight. The boys had a tussle.

Tutor: A private teacher. The tutor helped the student.

Tutorial: A lesson for learning. The tutorial explained steps.

Tuxedo: A formal suit. He wore a tuxedo.

Twilight: Time just after sunset. Twilight filled the sky.

Twirl: To spin lightly. The dancer twirled.

Twister: A strong spinning storm. The twister crossed the field.

Twosome: A pair of people. The twosome walked together.

Typeface: Style of printed letters. The book used a clear typeface.

Typewriter: A machine for typing. He used a typewriter.

Typist: A person who types. The typist worked quickly.

Typhoon: A strong ocean storm. The typhoon hit the coast.

Typicality: The quality of being typical. The case showed typicality.

Tyranny: Cruel rule. The people resisted tyranny.

Tyrannical: Acting like a tyrant. The ruler was tyrannical.

Tyrannosaur: A giant dinosaur. The tyrannosaur was fierce.

Tyre: A rubber wheel covering. The tyre needed air.

Tyro: A beginner. The tyro learned quickly.

Tabby: A striped cat. The tabby slept on the mat.

Tabloid: A small newspaper. The tabloid printed stories.

Tabulation: Arranging numbers in tables. The data needed tabulation.

Tacit: Understood without words. They had tacit agreement.

Tactile: Related to touch. The fabric felt tactile.

Tactician: A planner in strategy. The tactician guided the team.

Tad: A small amount. Add a tad of salt.

Taffy: A chewy candy. The taffy tasted sweet.

Talismanic: Bringing luck. The charm felt talismanic.

Tamp: To pack down firmly. He tamped the soil.

Tandem: Working together. The pair rode tandem.

Tangent: A line touching a curve. The tangent met the circle.

Tantalize: To tease with something desirable. The smell tantalized him.

Taper: To become thinner. The candle tapered.

Taproot: The main root of a plant. The taproot grew deep.

Tarball: A lump of tar. The beach had tarballs.

Tarpaulin: A waterproof sheet. They covered goods with tarpaulin.

Taskmaster: A strict boss. The taskmaster demanded work.

Tasteless: Without flavor. The soup tasted tasteless.

Tattler: Someone who tells secrets. The tattler spoke quickly.

Tawny: Brownish color. The lion had tawny fur.

Taxation: System of taxes. The country changed taxation.

Teachable: Able to learn. The child was teachable.

Teammate: A partner in a team. The teammate passed the ball.

Teamwork: Working together well. Teamwork won the game.

Teardrop: A drop of tear. A teardrop rolled down.

Teashop: A small shop for tea. They met at the teashop.

Teatime: Time for drinking tea. The family enjoyed teatime.

Teeterboard: A seesaw board. Kids played on the teeterboard.

Telepathy: Communication by mind. Stories speak of telepathy.

Teleprinter: A printing telegraph machine. The office had a teleprinter.

Telescopy: Use of telescopes. Astronomers study telescopy.

Tempered: Made stronger by heat. The blade was tempered.

Temporarily: For a short time. The shop closed temporarily.

Tempting: Attractive or appealing. The cake looked tempting.

Tenacious: Holding firmly. The climber was tenacious.

Tenderize: To make meat soft. The cook tenderized the meat.

Tenfold: Ten times greater. Profits grew tenfold.

Tensioner: A device that keeps tightness. The belt had a tensioner.

Tentpole: A pole supporting a tent. The tentpole stood firm.

Terabyte: A large unit of data. The drive held a terabyte.

Terminally: In a final way. The system shut down terminally.

Terracotta: Brown clay pottery. The vase was terracotta.

Terrificness: Quality of being terrific. The show had terrificness.

Territorial: Protecting one’s area. The dog was territorial.

Tether: A rope to tie animals. The goat was on a tether.

Textbookish: Like a textbook example. The answer sounded textbookish.

Textural: Related to texture. The fabric felt textural.

Thatch: Straw roof covering. The hut had thatch.

Thankless: Without appreciation. The job felt thankless.

Thanksgiving: A celebration of gratitude. Families meet on Thanksgiving.

Therapeutic: Healing or helpful. Music can be therapeutic.

Thermometer: A device to measure heat. The thermometer rose.

Thermostat: A device controlling temperature. The thermostat adjusted heat.

Thimbleful: A very small amount. Add a thimbleful of oil.

Thirstiness: Feeling of thirst. The run caused thirstiness.

Thorough: Done completely. She gave a thorough check.

Thoughtless: Not thinking of others. The remark seemed thoughtless.

Threadwork: Work done with thread. The cloth showed threadwork.

Thrift: Careful use of money. Thrift saves wealth.

Thriving: Growing strongly. The garden was thriving.

Throttleback: To reduce speed. The pilot throttled back.

Thunderous: Very loud. The applause was thunderous.

Tidalwave: A huge sea wave. The tidalwave hit the shore.

Tigerish: Like a tiger. The athlete looked tigerish.

Timeless: Not affected by time. The song felt timeless.

Timidity: Shyness or fear. His voice showed timidity.

Tingling: Slight prickly feeling. My hands felt tingling.

Tinny: Thin metallic sound. The speaker sounded tinny.

Tireless: Not easily tired. She worked tireless hours.

Titanic: Very large. The task was titanic.

Toasty: Warm and pleasant. The room felt toasty.

Tokenize: To convert into tokens. The system tokenized data.

Tolerable: Bearable. The heat was tolerable.

Tomfoolery: Silly behavior. The kids enjoyed tomfoolery.

Tonal: Related to tone. The song had tonal beauty.

Topography: Study of land shapes. The map showed topography.

Torchbearer: One who carries a torch. The torchbearer led the parade.

Tornadoes: Multiple tornado storms. Tornadoes crossed the plains.

Torpid: Slow and lazy. The snake looked torpid.

Tortoiseshell: Pattern like a tortoise shell. The glasses were tortoiseshell.

Totalize: To sum completely. The system totalized numbers.

Touchy: Easily upset. The topic was touchy.

Towboat: A boat that tows ships. The towboat pushed the barge.

Toxicology: Study of poisons. Doctors study toxicology.

Toyland: A place full of toys. The shop felt like toyland.

Traceable: Able to be traced. The signal was traceable.

Trackless: Without tracks. The desert looked trackless.

Tradecraft: Skill in trading. The merchant used tradecraft.

Tranquility: Peaceful calmness. The lake gave tranquility.

Transcribe: To write from speech. She transcribed the talk.

Translucent: Allowing light through. The glass looked translucent.

Transparent: Clear to see through. The water was transparent.

Transporter: A vehicle that carries goods. The transporter arrived.

Tremendous: Very great or large. The team made tremendous progress. 

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