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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wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence
pulmonaryof, relating to, affecting, or occurring in the lungs
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
fledglinga young bird just fledged (see fledge
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove