GRE Word List
PHILISTINE
a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia
The meaning of the word philistine is a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia.
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| frond | a large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions |
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| bid | to offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance |
| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
| palpitate | to beat rapidly and strongly : throb |
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| surfeit | an overabundant supply : excess |
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