GRE Word List
DETONATION
the action or process of detonating
The meaning of the word detonation is the action or process of detonating.
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|---|---|
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
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| sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |
| adjourn | to suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time |
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| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
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