GRE Word List
PHYLUM
a direct line of descent within a group
The meaning of the word phylum is a direct line of descent within a group.
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| rotunda | a round building |
| impediment | something that impedes |
| sonic | utilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves |
| irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
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| cogitate | to ponder or meditate on usually intently |