elephant noun A very large gray mammal with a long trunk, big ears, and tusks, native to Africa and Asia. The elephant used its trunk to spray water over its back at the zoo. + egg noun An oval reproductive body laid by a female bird, reptile, or other animal, often eaten as food. She cracked an egg into the pan and watched it sizzle. + elbow noun The joint connecting the upper arm and the forearm, allowing the arm to bend. She scraped her elbow when she tripped on the sidewalk. + engine noun A machine that converts fuel or another energy source into mechanical motion or power. The mechanic replaced a worn belt inside the car's engine. + empty adjective Containing nothing; having no people, objects, or substance inside. The theater was empty except for a lone usher sweeping the aisles. + enter verb To come or go into a place, or to begin to take part in an activity or process. Please knock twice before you enter the manager's private office. + eagle noun A large, powerful bird of prey with keen eyesight, known as a symbol of strength and freedom. An eagle circled high above the canyon, scanning the ground for prey. + ear noun The organ of the body used for hearing, located on either side of the head. She cupped her ear to hear the distant announcement more clearly. + earth noun The planet on which humans live, or the loose soil and ground that covers its surface. Astronauts described how small and fragile the earth looked from space. + east noun The direction from which the sun rises, opposite to west, one of the four main compass points. They drove east for hours before finally reaching the coast. + easy adjective Achieved or done without great effort or difficulty. The quiz was easy compared to what we expected. + eat verb To put food into the mouth, chew it, and swallow it for nourishment. The children ate their vegetables before asking for dessert. + echo noun A repeated sound caused by sound waves reflecting off a surface, or a repeated idea that reflects an earlier one. Her voice created an echo as it bounced off the walls of the empty hall. + edge noun The outer boundary or line where something ends, or a slight advantage over a rival. She sat carefully on the edge of the cliff to take in the view. + elf noun A small, mythical humanlike being with magical powers, often depicted in folklore and fantasy stories. In the story, an elf secretly repaired the shoemaker's shoes every single night. + else adverb Used to refer to another, different, or additional person, thing, place, or time. If Maria can't come, someone else will have to give the presentation. + email noun A message sent electronically between computers or devices over the internet. I sent an email to confirm the meeting time with the client. + energy noun The capacity to do work or bring about change. Sunlight provides energy that the plant uses to make sugars. + envelope noun A flat paper container used to hold and mail a letter or document. She sealed the invitation inside a cream-colored envelope and added a stamp. + equal adjective The same in amount, value, status, or rights as something or someone else. The two runners crossed the finish line at exactly equal times. + error noun A mistake, especially one that produces an incorrect or unintended result. A small error in the calculation threw off the entire budget. + escape verb To get free from a place, danger, or situation, especially by fleeing. The prisoners escaped through a tunnel they had dug for months. + evening noun The period of the day between late afternoon and nightfall. We usually eat dinner in the evening, around seven o'clock. + every determiner Used before a singular noun to refer to all members of a group without exception. Every student in the class passed the final exam this semester. + exact adjective Precisely accurate or correct in every detail, with no errors or approximation. I need the exact measurements of the room before I can order the carpet. + example noun A specific instance or case that illustrates a general rule, idea, or type. The teacher gave a clear example to help students understand the new grammar rule. + excite verb To cause someone to feel eager, enthusiastic, or emotionally stirred up. The trailer excited fans so much that tickets sold out within minutes of release. + exercise noun Physical activity done to improve health, strength, or fitness. Doctors recommend at least thirty minutes of exercise most days of the week. + extra adjective More than what is usual, expected, or strictly necessary; additional. The waiter brought an extra plate for the guest who arrived late. + exit noun A way out of a building, vehicle, or enclosed space. Fire regulations require every classroom to have a clearly marked exit. +