GRE Word List
DOWSE
to plunge into water
The meaning of the word dowse is to plunge into water.
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|---|---|
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| battalion | a considerable body of troops organized to act together : army |
| lustrous | reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle |
| contumacious | stubbornly disobedient : rebellious |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
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| hallowed | holy |
| haunt | to visit often : frequent |