GRE Word List

POSTURE

the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose

The meaning of the word posture is the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose.

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totterto move unsteadily : stagger
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timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
bifurcateddivided into two branches or parts
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derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
massthe liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist