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

WordMeaning
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
agendaa list or outline of things to be considered or done
expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous
psychosisa serious mental illness (such as schizophrenia) characterized by defective or lost contact with reality often with hallucinations or delusions
unscathedwholly unharmed : not injured
misanthropea person who hates or distrusts humankind
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring