GRE Word List

MORGUE

a place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy

The meaning of the word morgue is a place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy.

Random words

WordMeaning
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
primaloriginal
conceitfavorable opinion
potpourria mixture of flowers, herbs, and spices that is usually kept in a jar and used for scent
disproportionlack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
abbreviateto make briefer
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand