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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| draught | a rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task |
| effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| mannerism | exaggerated or affected (see affected |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| firebrand | a piece of burning wood |
| enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |
| edifice | building |
| entrance | power or permission to enter : admission |
| practical | of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal |