Nibble #7 answer

The solved crossword

Across

• 1. TROD - Walked upon
• 5. RICE - A cereal served with curry
• 6. HAVEN - A place of safety
• 7. IDEA - A possible plan
• 8. TERN - A seabird with a forked tail

Down

• 1. TRADE - Exchange one thing for another
• 2. RIVER - Water flowing from source to sea
• 3. OCEAN - A vast area of salt water
• 4. DEN - A small private room
• 6. HIT - Strike something

Short definitions and British spelling. Each letter belongs to an across word, a down word, or both. The crossing letters help narrow down each answer.