Wordscapes Level 1767 Answers

ELM - A tree of the genus Ulmus of the family Ulmaceae, large deciduous trees with alternate stipulate leaves and small apetalous flowers.

EYE - An organ that is sensitive to light, which it converts to electrical signals passed to the brain, by which means animals see.

RYE - Caraway (from the mistaken assumption that the whole seeds, often used to season rye bread, are the rye itself).

EEL - Any fish of the order Anguilliformes which are elongated and resemble snakes. There are freshwater and marine species.

REM - Rapid eye movement, a sleep state.

LYE - A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium or sodium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap as well as its use in biodiesel.

MERE - The sea.

REEL - A lively dance of the Highlanders of Scotland; also, the music to the dance; -- often called Scotch reel.

LEER - A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.

EMERY - An impure type of corundum, often used for sanding or polishing.

MERELY - Without any other reason etc.; only, just, and nothing more.