GRE Word List
HEM
a border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down
The meaning of the word hem is a border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
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| rudimentary | consisting in first principles : fundamental |
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| noncommittal | giving no clear indication of attitude or feeling |
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| drip | to let fall in drops |
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| precipitant | precipitate |