GRE Word List

EPAULET

something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as

The meaning of the word epaulet is something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as.

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WordMeaning
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
idioman expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively