GRE Word List
MONGREL
an individual resulting from the interbreeding of diverse breeds (see breed
The meaning of the word mongrel is an individual resulting from the interbreeding of diverse breeds (see breed.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| preen | to groom with the bill especially by rearranging the barbs and barbules of the feathers and by distributing oil from the uropygial gland |
| profusion | lavish expenditure : extravagance |
| nourish | nurture |
| laud | praise |
| dispirited | to deprive of morale or enthusiasm |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| brochure | pamphlet |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| daze | to stupefy especially by a blow : stun |
| stately | marked by lofty or imposing dignity |