GRE Word List

PROTRACT

to prolong in time or space : continue

The meaning of the word protract is to prolong in time or space : continue.

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WordMeaning
sagaciousof keen and farsighted penetration and judgment : discerning
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pranktrick
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raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier