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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| renovate | to restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding) |
| antiquity | ancient times |
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| bookish | of or relating to books |
| ravage | an act or practice of ravaging |
| meddlesome | given to meddling |
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| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |