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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conceitfavorable opinion
dodderingfeeble
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impingeencroach
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facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion