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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clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
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embitterto excite bitter feelings in
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ratiocinationthe process of exact thinking : reasoning
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
iotaan infinitesimal amount : jot