GRE Word List

PATENT

open to public inspection

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

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WordMeaning
orthographythe art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
plightto put or give in pledge : engage
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
languorweakness or weariness of body or mind
profoundhaving intellectual depth and insight
gapeto open the mouth wide
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
igneousformed by solidification of magma
felicitythe quality or state of being happy