GRE Word List
PERIGEE
the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
The meaning of the word perigee is the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| analgesic | an agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia |
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| sanguinary | bloodthirsty |
| pluck | to pull or pick off or out |
| beware | to be on one's guard |
| crochet | needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle |
| lethal | of, relating to, or causing death |
| shove | to push along |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |