GRE Word List
MAMMOTH
any of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair
The meaning of the word mammoth is any of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair.
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| bitter | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale |
| deplore | to feel or express grief for |
| prance | to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing |
| loathe | to dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest |
| cerebral | of or relating to the brain or the intellect |
| summation | the act or process of forming a sum : addition |
| listless | characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit |
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |
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| exegesis | exposition |