GRE Word List

NOOSE

a loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn

The meaning of the word noose is a loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn.

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WordMeaning
conventionalformed by agreement or compact
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
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vitalof the utmost importance
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
prosperousauspicious
sparenot being used
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful