GRE Word List
AQUILINE
curving like an eagle's beak
The meaning of the word aquiline is curving like an eagle's beak.
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| embody | to give a body to (a spirit) : incarnate |
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| feign | to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression |
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| labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
| obligatory | binding in law or conscience |
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| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| tramp | to walk, tread, or step especially heavily |
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