GRE Word List

PARCHMENT

the skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on

The meaning of the word parchment is the skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on.

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compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
smughighly self-satisfied
necromancyconjuration (see conjure
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sepulchera place of burial : tomb
dormera window set vertically in a structure projecting through a sloping roof
analogoussimilar or comparable to something else either in general or in some specific detail
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension