GRE Word List

HISTORICAL

of, relating to, or having the character of history

The meaning of the word historical is of, relating to, or having the character of history.

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WordMeaning
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
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plightto put or give in pledge : engage
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