GRE Word List

RAKE

an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground

The meaning of the word rake is an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground.

Random words

WordMeaning
indisputablenot disputable : unquestionable
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
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prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
incriminateto charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat
elixira substance held capable of changing base metals into gold
poisebalance
promptto move to action : incite