GRE Word List
PALM
any of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves
The meaning of the word palm is any of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
---|---|
geriatrics | a branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people |
spartan | a native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta |
inkling | a slight knowledge or vague notion |
alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
aberrant | deviating from the usual or natural type : atypical |
curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
receptive | able or inclined to receive |
monogram | a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name |