GRE Word List

BIVOUAC

a usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter

The meaning of the word bivouac is a usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter.

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WordMeaning
fienddevil
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
draftthe act of drawing or pulling in a net
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
interiman intervening time : interval
affectedartificial; pretended
forebearsancestor
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding