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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| forum | the marketplace or public place of an ancient Roman city forming the center of judicial and public business |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| pusillanimous | lacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity |
| quorum | a select group |
| castrate | to deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes |
| institution | an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character |
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| manumit | to release from slavery |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| encompass | include |