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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nullify | to make null (see null |
| refuse | to express oneself as unwilling to accept |
| timorous | of a timid disposition : fearful |
| edify | to instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift |
| fauna | animal life |
| fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |
| fissure | a narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| docile | easily taught |
| docket | a brief written summary of a document : abstract |