GRE Word List

MANGLE

to injure with deep disfiguring wounds by cutting, tearing, or crushing

The meaning of the word mangle is to injure with deep disfiguring wounds by cutting, tearing, or crushing.

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WordMeaning
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raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
hurlrush
fabricateinvent
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place