GRE Word List

BROOCH

an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck

The meaning of the word brooch is an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck.

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WordMeaning
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
reposea state of resting after exertion or strain
coupletwo persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired
procurementthe act or process of procuring
premeditateto think about and revolve in the mind beforehand
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
bullya blustering, browbeating person
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
manifestationthe act, process, or an instance of manifesting