GRE Word List
DROSS
the scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal
The meaning of the word dross is the scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| draught | a rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task |
| skiff | any of various small boats |
| ossify | to change into bone |
| sterile | failing to bear or incapable of producing fruit or spores |
| burgeon | to send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout |
| knoll | a small round hill : mound |
| discrete | constituting a separate entity : individually distinct |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |