GRE Word List

PATENT

open to public inspection

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

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WordMeaning
amputateto remove by or as if by cutting
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
somberso shaded as to be dark and gloomy
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
translucentpermitting the passage of light:
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
gruela thin porridge
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted