Puzzle #16

Across

4. A violent rotating column of air
5. Related to fireworks
9. A ship or large boat
12. A vast system of stars and planets
17. A large, snake-like creature
19. A vast body of saltwater covering most of Earth
21. A tower with a guiding light
22. A person who navigates boats
26. A light, inflatable object
27. A flat-bottomed boat used in Venice
29. A temporary wall or fence
30. A bird of prey known for its speed
31. The flower of a plant
34. The outline of buildings against the sky
37. When the sun or moon is temporarily blocked
39. An underground passageway
40. A gentle wind
41. A mythological creature with a lion’s body
42. A marine organism that forms reefs
43. A projectile fired from a gun
44. A headpiece worn by a king or queen
46. A portable light source
47. A bird that cannot fly
48. Another name for a violin

Down

1. An underwater missile
2. A violent tropical storm
3. The preserved remains of an ancient organism
5. A public square in a city
6. Related to ocean tides
7. A fortress often occupied by royalty
8. The time when the sun appears over the horizon
10. A long-distance running race
11. A common crystal found in rocks
13. A sudden rush of falling snow
14. A space rock burning in Earth’s atmosphere
15. A large tent or structure
16. A dry, sandy region with little rain
18. An optical illusion often seen in deserts
20. A tall tower or marker
23. An ancient counting tool
24. A burial place
25. A deep, narrow valley
28. A machine that performs tasks
32. A large group of musicians
33. A long journey for exploration
35. A marsupial that hops on two legs
36. A landmass surrounded by water
38. A long period without rain
45. A dense, tropical forest