GRE Word List

PILLORY

a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked

The meaning of the word pillory is a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked.

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WordMeaning
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
fructifyto bear fruit
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
authenticateto prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions