GRE Word List
MAT
a piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support
The meaning of the word mat is a piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support.
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catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
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hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
appease | pacify |
brittle | easily broken, cracked, or snapped |