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 |
|---|---|
| dilatory | tending or intended to cause delay |
| ensconce | shelter |
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| geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| horde | a political subdivision of central Asian nomads |
| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
| vulnerable | capable of being physically or emotionally wounded |
| approbation | commendation |
| perspicuous | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |