GRE Word List
MANACLE
a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
The meaning of the word manacle is a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| charlatan | quack |
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| cohorts | companion |
| orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |
| gainsay | to declare to be untrue or invalid |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
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