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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|---|---|
| garnish | decorate |
| adjuration | a solemn oath |
| amputate | to remove by or as if by cutting |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
| pinnace | a light sailing ship |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| resuscitate | to revive from apparent death or from unconsciousness |
| mercantile | of or relating to merchants or trading |
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| exhale | to rise or be given off as vapor |