GRE Word List

GERONTOLOGY

the comprehensive multidisciplinary study of aging and older adults compare geriatrics

The meaning of the word gerontology is the comprehensive multidisciplinary study of aging and older adults compare geriatrics.

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fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
mustera representative specimen (see specimen
figurea number symbol : numeral
notcha V-shaped indentation
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
collectedgathered together
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
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