GRE Word List

LATCH

to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms

The meaning of the word latch is to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms.

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WordMeaning
evinceto constitute outward evidence of
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
reprobationthe act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
drossthe scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
counterpartone of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate
metropolisthe chief or capital city of a country, state, or region
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush