ancient|adjective|very old; from a time long ago; opposite modern
collect|verb|to bring or gather together in one place; to demand and receive (&ldquo;collect taxes&rdquo;)
root|noun|the part of a plant that is under the ground and takes nutrients from the soil
save|verb|to make safe; to remove from harm; to keep for future use
threaten|verb|to warn that one will do harm or cause damage
