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
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
warrantsanction
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recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
swillwash
saboteurone that practices sabotage
mediocreof moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary
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integralessential to completeness : constituent
corrosivetending or having the power to corrode