GRE Word List

HYGIENE

a science of the establishment and maintenance of health

The meaning of the word hygiene is a science of the establishment and maintenance of health.

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WordMeaning
compartmenta separate division or section
finitehaving definite or definable limits
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
tannerone that tans hides
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
compatiblecapable of existing together in harmony
augustmarked by majestic dignity or grandeur
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another