GRE Word List

LEASH

a line for leading or restraining an animal

The meaning of the word leash is a line for leading or restraining an animal.

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recumbentsuggestive of repose : leaning
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men
microcosma little world