GRE Word List
PATRIMONY
an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor
The meaning of the word patrimony is an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor.
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| bask | to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere |
| garish | clothed in vivid colors |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
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