GRE Word List
LUMEN
the cavity of a tubular organ or part
The meaning of the word lumen is the cavity of a tubular organ or part.
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|---|---|
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| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| swagger | to conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner |
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