| A | B |
|---|
| brackish | having a salty taste, as of the sea |
| clamor | an uproar; a loud sound of shouting and confusion |
| gruel | a thin porridge |
| sea elephant | a sea animal of the seal family with long tusks, flippers, and a tough hide |
| wary | cautious, careful to avoud danger or difficulty |
| grating | making an unpleasant, harsh, scraping noise |
| rival | a person or opponent that competes with or tries to be better than the other |
| lobe | a round part that protrudes or is otherwise set apart |
| venturing | approaching in the face of danger |
| basins | deep bowls that can hold a lot of liquid |
| bolder | showing more courage; less afraid |
| carcass | the body of any dead animal |
