GRE Word List

PREHENSILE

adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around

The meaning of the word prehensile is adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around.

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WordMeaning
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expedientsuitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance
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integralessential to completeness : constituent
resignrelegate
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