Dale Chihuly
Glass Sculptor

From Word Central's Student Dictionary
by Merriam - Webster
(Pronunciation note: the schwa sound is shown by ə)

tapestry
Pronunciation: TAP-ə-stre
Function: noun
a heavy cloth that has designs or pictures woven into it
and is used especially as a wall hanging

craftsman
Pronunciation: KRAF (t)-smən
Function: noun
a highly skilled worker whose occupation requires skill with the hands

botanical
Pronunciation: bə-TAN-ih-kəl
Function: adjective
of or relating to plants or botany which is
a branch of biology dealing with plant life

peripheral vision
Pronunciation: pə-RIF-ə-rəl VIH-zhən
Side vision. The ability to see objects and movement
outside of the direct line of vision.

volatile
Pronunciation: VAHL-ə-təl
Function: adjective
likely to change suddenly or quickly

culminating
Pronunciation: KəL-mə-na-ting
Function: adjective
reaching the highest point

cottage industry
Function: noun
an industry where products are made in a home rather than in a factory

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