GRE Word List

GAMUT

the whole series of recognized musical notes

The meaning of the word gamut is the whole series of recognized musical notes.

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eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
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contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
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superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface