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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| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
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| endue | provide |
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| beeline | a straight direct course |
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