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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WordMeaning
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
expediteto accelerate the process or progress of : speed up
entourageone's attendants or associates
parasitean organism living in, on, or with another organism in order to obtain nutrients, grow, or multiply often in a state that directly or indirectly harms the host (see host
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
recountto relate in detail : narrate
hardybold
intimatemarked by a warm friendship developing through long association
arbitera person with power to decide a dispute : judge
chasethe hunting of wild animals