GRE Word List
BOUND
fastened by or as if by a band : confined
The meaning of the word bound is fastened by or as if by a band : confined.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| idle | not occupied or employed: such as |
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| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| adherent | one who adheres to something: such as |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
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| clamber | to climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet |
| hull | the outer covering of a fruit or seed |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |