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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |
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| blunt | having an edge or point that is not sharp |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| expound | to set forth : state |
| sanguine | marked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic |
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| exude | to ooze out |