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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| garbled | made unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up |
| retentive | having the power, property, or capacity of retaining |
| habituate | to make used to something : accustom |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| categorical | absolute |
| scuttle | a shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce) |
| rider | one that rides |
| uxorious | excessively fond of or submissive to a wife |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |