GRE Word List

PERIPHERY

the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve

The meaning of the word periphery is the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve.

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WordMeaning
brazenmade of brass
lapa loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment
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notcha V-shaped indentation
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