GRE Word List
OSSEOUS
bony
The meaning of the word osseous is bony.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| volatile | characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change |
| carapace | a bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab) |
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |
| perigee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| outrage | an act of violence or brutality |
| ruminant | an animal that chews the cud |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| repress | to check by or as if by pressure : curb |
| errant | behaving wrongly |