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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conveyancethe action of conveying
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intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
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prolongto lengthen in time : continue
accoutreto provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit
nonchalancethe quality or state of being nonchalant
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threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby