GRE Word List

PRUNE

a plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation

The meaning of the word prune is a plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation.

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sordidmarked by baseness or grossness : vile
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wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
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blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
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disclaimto make a disclaimer
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert