GRE Word List

CATAPULT

an ancient military device for hurling missiles

The meaning of the word catapult is an ancient military device for hurling missiles.

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tacitexpressed or carried on without words or speech
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rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
parodya literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule
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unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
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