GRE Word List
HUMUS
a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic
The meaning of the word humus is a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
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| benison | blessing |
| coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |
| sow | an adult female swine |
| sever | to put or keep apart : divide |
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