GRE Word List
GOURMAND
one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
The meaning of the word gourmand is one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking.
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|---|---|
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| cipher | zero |
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| prim | to give a prim or demure expression to |
| clipper | one that clips something |
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