GRE Word List

CLOISTER

a monastic establishment

The meaning of the word cloister is a monastic establishment.

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WordMeaning
guisea form or style of dress : costume
oddsthe probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
sciondescendant
rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
adjurationa solemn oath
defoliateto deprive of leaves especially prematurely
hibernateto pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service