Dictionary meanings for our topic words

Our Topic Words:

LI: find and write the dictionary meanings of our words so that we can use them with understanding.

technology:

The branch of knowledge that deals with the creation and use of technical means.

change:

To transform or convert (usually followed by into) : The witch changed the prince into a toad.

past:

Gone by or elapsed in time: It was a bad time, but it's all past now.

future:

Time that is to be or come hereafter.

assimilate:

To bring into conformity with the customs

question:

A sentence in an interrogative form, addressed to someone in order to get information in reply.

punishment:

The act of punishing.

consequence:

The effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier.

rules:

A principle or regulation governing conduct.

teach:

To impart knowledge of or skill in; give instruction in

These are the dictionary meanings on our topic words.  We done this to help us understand on the words that we we're quite sure of.