I. Match each word on the left to its correct definition on the right
anchor, v
comprise, v
device, n
dormant, adj
erosion, n
germinate, v
principal, adj
soil, n
steep, adj
tip, n
twig, n
a) the upper layer of earth that may be dug or plowed and in which plants grow;
b) the process by which rock or soil is gradually destroyed by wind, rain, or the sea;
c) to hold firmly or fix;
d) the usually pointed end of something;
e) not active or not growing at the present time but able to be active later;
f) a small shoot or branch usually without its leaves;
g) to begin to grow or to sprout;
h) most important or influential, chief;
i) a mechanism designed to serve a special purpose or perform a special function;
j) to consist of particular parts, groups, etc;
k) making a large angle with the plane of the horizon.