GRE Word List

RASP

to rub with something rough

The meaning of the word rasp is to rub with something rough.

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WordMeaning
communalof or relating to one or more communes
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
imperilto bring into peril : endanger
debarto bar from having or doing something : preclude
philatelista specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps
disingenuouslacking in candor
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
incarnationthe act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
fetishan object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner