GRE Word List
CHAFFING
the seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain
The meaning of the word chaffing is the seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
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| venue | locale |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| venial | of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| swelter | to suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat |
| ameliorate | to make better or more tolerable |