GRE Word List
QUIVER
a case for carrying or holding arrows
The meaning of the word quiver is a case for carrying or holding arrows.
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| vouch | to supply supporting evidence or testimony |
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
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| tonsure | the Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head |
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
| grate | grating |
| satirical | of, relating to, or constituting satire |
| tipple | to drink liquor especially by habit or to excess |
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