GRE Word List
CURB
an edging (as of concrete) built along a street to form part of a gutter
The meaning of the word curb is an edging (as of concrete) built along a street to form part of a gutter.
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| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
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| stipulate | to make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
| wholesome | promoting health or well-being of mind or spirit |
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| stem_from | arise from; originate from |
| colossal | of, relating to, or resembling a colossus |
| amass | to collect for oneself : accumulate |