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.

Random words

WordMeaning
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
moresthe fixed morally binding customs of a particular group
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
sheatheto put into or furnish with a sheath
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
furoran angry or maniacal fit : rage
grumbleto mutter in discontent
wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air