GRE Word List
INTER
to deposit (a dead body) in the earth or in a tomb
The meaning of the word inter is to deposit (a dead body) in the earth or in a tomb.
Random words
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| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
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| certitude | the state of being or feeling certain |
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| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |