GRE Word List

PROXY

the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another

The meaning of the word proxy is the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another.

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WordMeaning
crotchetygiven to crotchets (see crotchet
oafa stupid person : boob
leave-takingdeparture
zealota zealous person
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franticemotionally out of control
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
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