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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| clarion | a medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones |
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| orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |
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| pendant | something suspended: such as |
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| palate | the roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate |