GRE Word List
HORDE
a political subdivision of central Asian nomads
The meaning of the word horde is a political subdivision of central Asian nomads.
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| touchy | marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation |
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| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
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| muse | to become absorbed in thought |
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| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
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