GRE Word List

PLUMAGE

the feathers of a bird

The meaning of the word plumage is the feathers of a bird.

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harassexhaust
regimena systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
theoreticalexisting only in theory : hypothetical
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy