GRE Word List
CONTINENCE
the ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily
The meaning of the word continence is the ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily.
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paraphrase | a restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form |
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venue | locale |
opalescent | reflecting an iridescent light |
inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
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