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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exiguousexcessively scanty : inadequate
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
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fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
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usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
bastiona projecting part of a fortification