GRE Word List

DISSECTION

the act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected

The meaning of the word dissection is the act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected.

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brawnthe flesh of a boar
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
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rankrelative standing or position
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bruisean injury involving rupture of small blood vessels and discoloration without a break in the overlying skin : contusion
purportedreputed