GRE Word List

PERCUSSION

the act of percussing: such as

The meaning of the word percussion is the act of percussing: such as.

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gossamera film of cobwebs floating in air in calm clear weather
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repertoirea list or supply of dramas, operas, pieces, or parts that a company or person is prepared to perform
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blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
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precipitousprecipitate