GRE Word List
CONTUSION
injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
The meaning of the word contusion is injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| serrated | notched or toothed on the edge |
| licentious | lacking legal or moral restraints |
| indulge | to yield to the desire of : humor |
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| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
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