GRE Word List
AUTOMATON
a mechanism that is relatively self-operating
The meaning of the word automaton is a mechanism that is relatively self-operating.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
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| compact | predominantly formed or filled : composed |
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| saturnine | born under or influenced astrologically by the planet Saturn |
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| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |
| kernel | the inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut |