GRE Word List

ORIFICE

an opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass

The meaning of the word orifice is an opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass.

Random words

WordMeaning
tantruma fit of bad temper
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
irrepressibleimpossible to repress, restrain, or control
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
jingoistextreme chauvinism or nationalism marked especially by a belligerent foreign policy
expoundto set forth : state
bitinghaving the power to bite
mata piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor