GRE Word List
FATHOM
a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
The meaning of the word fathom is a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| bombardment | a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones |
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| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
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| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| affluence | abundance of property : wealth |
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| vehement | marked by forceful energy : powerful |