GRE Word List

ENTOMOLOGY

a branch of zoology that deals with insects

The meaning of the word entomology is a branch of zoology that deals with insects.

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WordMeaning
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
protocolan original draft, minute, or record of a document or transaction
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
panaceaa remedy for all ills or difficulties : cure-all
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
hallowedholy
interregnumthe time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes
demurto take exception : object
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary