a plant that is light in weight with strong, empty stems that can be used to build things
bamboo grows in hot climates.

the tactful handling of sensitive relationships
The two countries solved the problem with diplomacy.

at risk of extinction
This animal is endangered.

to make a general guess or judgment without using exact calculations regarding the value, quality, or nature of something
I estimate it will take one week to read this book.

(of animals) to spend an entire winter asleep or resting
Bears hibernate in winter.

food
There is little nutrition in popcorn.

a small area of something
His clothes had many patches.

lasting forever; intended to last for a very long time
I'm looking for a permanent job, not a temporary one.

to move about freely without a set destination
The students were free to roam the area.

to remain alive
The bird survived the cold winter.