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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| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
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| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |
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