GRE Word List
COLANDER
a perforated utensil for washing or draining food
The meaning of the word colander is a perforated utensil for washing or draining food.
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| cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
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| saline | consisting of or containing salt |
| aboriginal | being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region |
| impenetrable | incapable of being penetrated or pierced |
| demoniac | possessed or influenced by a demon |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| condone | to regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless |
| atrocity | a shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation |