To move closer on all sides of something.

Abnormal adhesion of two or more structures; a growing together of parts or structures.

it is fortunate that.

Of the bones of the body.

extending or moving uniformly in one direction only. in straight line. part of something that is not curved.

Apostle and patron saint of Ireland; an English missionary to Ireland in the th century.

cement or mortar used to fill joints of brickwork or masonry. To indicate something with your finger to others.

Through good luck; luckily.

of size that is less than normal or usual.

Being what was wanted or needed. used to greet someone in polite or friendly way. Friendly greeting to someone who has arrived. To greet someone who has just arrived.

connecting. word or phrase whose function is to link other linguistic units.

When someone tells people what to do.

body tissue that produces movement. Body tissues that move parts of the body. To use force to get what you want.

provided with funding. To support the passage of a new law.

expressive. Idea or thing represented by words or sentences. To intend to do something in particular.