GRE Word List

NIP

to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch

The meaning of the word nip is to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch.

Random words

WordMeaning
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tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable
flagrantconspicuously offensive
scadany of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus)
compliantready or disposed to comply : submissive
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nonentitysomething that does not exist or exists only in the imagination