GRE Word List

MANUMIT

to release from slavery

The meaning of the word manumit is to release from slavery.

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WordMeaning
bludgeona short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
knolla small round hill : mound
thronga multitude of assembled persons
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
innocuousproducing no injury : harmless
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
homelysuggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home
facadethe front of a building