GRE Word List

PATENT

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The meaning of the word patent is open to public inspection.

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shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
marsupialany of an order (Marsupialia) of mammals comprising kangaroos, wombats, bandicoots, opossums, and related animals that do not develop a true placenta and that usually have a pouch on the abdomen of the female which covers the teats and serves to carry the young
regimena systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient
largessliberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior
generateto bring into existence: such as
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
moodinesssubject to depression : gloomy