GRE Word List

CHAFF

the seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain

The meaning of the word chaff is the seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain.

Random words

WordMeaning
mandatean authoritative command
cohesionthe act or state of sticking together tightly
effaceto eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface
lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people
palatialof, relating to, or being a palace
propoundto offer for discussion or consideration
obfuscateto throw into shadow : darken