GRE Word List
BOMBARDMENT
a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
The meaning of the word bombardment is a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| doff | to remove (an article of wear) from the body |
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| filibuster | an irregular military adventurer |
| titter | to laugh in a nervous, affected, or partly suppressed manner : giggle |
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| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| skulduggery | underhanded or unscrupulous behavior |