GRE Word List

CONFINE

something (such as borders or walls) that encloses

The meaning of the word confine is something (such as borders or walls) that encloses.

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pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
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seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
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