GRE Word List
PINNACE
a light sailing ship
The meaning of the word pinnace is a light sailing ship.
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| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
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| except | with the exclusion or exception of |
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