GRE Word List
ROSTRUM
an ancient Roman platform for public orators
The meaning of the word rostrum is an ancient Roman platform for public orators.
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| obsidian | a dark natural glass formed by the cooling of molten lava |
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| capsize | to cause to overturn |
| token | a piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
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| sedulous | involving or accomplished with careful perseverance |
| fractious | tending to be troublesome : unruly |
| duration | continuance in time |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |