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.

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WordMeaning
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graduateto receive an academic degree or diploma
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
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