GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

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acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
fabricateinvent
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
tendermarked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond
apiaristbeekeeper
maternalof, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother : motherly
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome