GRE Word List

CARRION

dead and putrefying flesh

The meaning of the word carrion is dead and putrefying flesh.

Random words

WordMeaning
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
conventionalformed by agreement or compact
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
comestibleedible
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
foddersomething fed to domestic animals
inordinateexceeding reasonable limits : immoderate
citadela fortress that commands (see command