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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| atheistic | a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism |
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| incarcerate | to put in prison |
| rancor | bitter deep-seated ill will |
| eschew | to avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun |
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| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
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| infinitesimal | immeasurably or incalculably small |