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 |
|---|---|
| idiom | an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way) |
| inclined | having inclination, disposition, or tendency |
| disquisition | a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse |
| diffuse | being at once verbose and ill-organized |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| laggard | lagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind |
| ovoid | resembling an egg in shape : ovate |
| waft | to move or go lightly on or as if on a buoyant medium |
| modulate | to tune to a key or pitch |