GRE Word List

CANTO

one of the major divisions of a long poem

The meaning of the word canto is one of the major divisions of a long poem.

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WordMeaning
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
plenitudethe quality or state of being full : completeness
amputateto remove by or as if by cutting
lateralof or relating to the side
disenfranchiseto deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity