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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| commiserate | to feel or express sympathy : condole |
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| grueling | trying or taxing to the point of exhaustion : punishing |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| elope | to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent |
| tenuous | having little substance or strength : flimsy |
| flay | to strip off the skin or surface of : skin |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
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| duress | forcible restraint or restriction |