The Silk Road Word Search
The Silk Road, as a word search. 12 words drawn from the terms and ideas of a school subject sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: CAMEL, CARAVAN, SILK, SPICE, MERCHANT, DESERT, OASIS, CENTRAL, ASIA, CHINA, ROME, TRADE.
The timer only feeds a small speed bonus, so take as long as you need, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.
The Silk Road word list, defined
- CAMEL /ˈkæm.əl/ · noun
- A large, long-necked ruminant mammal of the genus Camelus, native to the deserts of Asia and North Africa, with either one hump (the dromedary) or two (the Bactrian camel) that stores fat as an energy reserve. Related: dromedary, Bactrian camel, beast of burden.
- CARAVAN /ˈkærəvæn/ · noun
- A group of people or vehicles travelling together, especially across a desert or remote region; in British English also a vehicle equipped for living in, typically towed by a car. Related: convoy, procession, cavalcade, column.
- SILK /sɪlk/ · noun
- A fine, lustrous fiber obtained from the cocoons of silkworms, woven into smooth, lightweight fabric. The word can also refer to silk thread, fabric, or objects made from silk. Related: satin, fibrefibre, floss, thread.
- SPICE /spaɪs/ · noun and verb
- As a noun, a substance made from a plant or other natural source, used to add flavor, aroma, or pungency to food or drink. As a verb, to add spice to something, especially food, or to make something more exciting or interesting. Related: seasoning, flavoring, condiment, spice mix.
- MERCHANT /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/ (British); /ˈmɝːtʃənt/ (US) · noun; verb
- As a noun, a person or business that trades in goods or commodities, especially on a relatively large scale. As a verb, to trade or sell goods, especially as a professional merchant. Related: trader, dealer, seller, vendor.
- DESERT /ˈdɛzət/ (noun: arid land); /dɪˈzɜːrt/ (verb) · noun, verb
- A large, dry, barren area of land with little rainfall and sparse vegetation. As a verb, to desert means to abandon someone or something, especially in a way considered wrong or a betrayal of duty. Related: wasteland, wilderness, barrens, badlands.
- OASIS /oʊˈeɪsɪs/ · noun
- A fertile or watered area in a desert or other dry region, providing water, vegetation, and shelter. Figuratively, it refers to a pleasant, peaceful, or restorative place amid difficult surroundings. Related: haven, refuge, sanctuary, retreat.
- CENTRAL /ˈsɛntrəl/ · adjective
- Situated at, relating to, or forming the center of something; of the greatest importance because everything depends on it. Related: middle, key, main, principal.
- CHINA /ˈtʃaɪnə/ · noun
- China is porcelain, or tableware and ornaments made of porcelain or similar ceramic material. It is typically used as an uncountable mass noun referring to a household's collection of such dishes. Related: porcelain, crockery, dishes, tableware.
- TRADE /treɪd/ · noun, verb
- Trade is the activity of buying and selling goods or services, especially between different people, countries, or markets. It can also refer to a particular line of business or the people and activities connected with commerce. Related: commerce, exchange, barter, business.
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