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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WordMeaning
idioman expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)
vacuousemptied of or lacking content
sojourna temporary stay
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
obesehaving excessive body fat
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily