GRE Word List
GLEAN
to gather grain or other produce left by reapers
The meaning of the word glean is to gather grain or other produce left by reapers.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incursion | a hostile entrance into a territory : raid |
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| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |
| tryst | an agreement (as between lovers) to meet |
| livid | discolored by bruising : black-and-blue |
| plumber | a dealer or worker in lead |
| insurgent | a person who revolts against civil authority or an established government |
| decelerate | to reduce the speed of : slow down |
| ecclesiastic | ecclesiastical |