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
jaundicedaffected with or as if with jaundice
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
invalidnot valid:
anguishextreme pain, distress, or anxiety
skeptican adherent or advocate of skepticism
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for