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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berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
abysmalimmeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad
seasonablesuitable to the season or circumstances : timely
potiona mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
ferreta domesticated usually albino, brownish, or silver-gray animal (Mustela putorius furo) that is descended from the European polecat
cronea cruel or ugly old woman