GRE Word List

PRIME

the second of the canonical hours

The meaning of the word prime is the second of the canonical hours.

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WordMeaning
inchoatebeing only partly in existence or operation : incipient
qualifyto reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form : modify
dissolutionthe act or process of dissolving: such as
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony
claviclea bone of the shoulder girdle typically serving to link the scapula and sternum
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
pantomimepantomimist
offensivemaking attack : aggressive
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate