GRE Word List
FLUSH
to fly away suddenly
The meaning of the word flush is to fly away suddenly.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| girth | a band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back |
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| titillate | to excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation |
| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
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