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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| angular | forming an angle : sharp-cornered |
| sanguinary | bloodthirsty |
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| muted | being mute : silent |
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