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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WordMeaning
omnipresentpresent in all places at all times
tenancya holding of an estate or a mode of holding an estate
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
surfeitan overabundant supply : excess
throespang
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)