GRE Word List

IMPORT

to bring from a foreign or external source: such as

The meaning of the word import is to bring from a foreign or external source: such as.

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parryto ward off a weapon or blow
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
sallowany of several Old World broad-leaved willows (such as Salix caprea) including important sources of charcoal and tanbark
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
polaritythe quality or condition inherent in a body that exhibits opposite properties or powers in opposite parts or directions or that exhibits contrasted properties or powers in contrasted parts or directions : the condition of having poles
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed