GRE Word List
ECLIPSE
the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
The meaning of the word eclipse is the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| haunt | to visit often : frequent |
| entomology | a branch of zoology that deals with insects |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| illimitable | incapable of being limited or bounded : measureless |
| eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| pander | to act as a pander |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| ungainly | lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy |
| transient | passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory |