GRE Word List
DEFER
put off
The meaning of the word defer is put off.
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|---|---|
| splice | to unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands |
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| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
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