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 |
|---|---|
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
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| blurt | to utter abruptly and impulsively |
| desiccate | to dry up |
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| skirmish | a minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements |
| maul | a heavy often wooden-headed hammer used especially for driving wedges |