= tarlike substance; naturally derived from petroleum; used in certain areas to make objects watertight
pitch, tar
Exchange
= a sum of money demanded or paid, either legally or illegally, in exchange for a service, or in exchange for someone's freedom or someone's life
ransom, bribe
Towns
= collection of dwellings, not surrounded by a wall
unwalled village
Plants
= a shrub that reaches 2-3 meters in height, with opposite leaves and many fragrant white flowers; its leaves yield a red juice that people in many countries use for coloring the skin and hair; associated with fragrance and beauty