GRE Word List

MORTAR

a sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle

The meaning of the word mortar is a sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle.

Random words

WordMeaning
historichistorical
nourishnurture
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
languorweakness or weariness of body or mind
slackento make less active : slow up
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
wrenchto move with a violent twist
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread