GRE Word List
FORESTALL
to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
The meaning of the word forestall is to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| suckle | to give milk to from the breast or udder |
| meager | having little flesh : thin |
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