GRE Word List

PREFATORY

of, relating to, or constituting a preface

The meaning of the word prefatory is of, relating to, or constituting a preface.

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WordMeaning
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clipperone that clips something
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
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auxiliaryoffering or providing help
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disbarto expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges