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
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
terseusing few words : devoid of superfluity
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
checkeredmarked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
doctrinea principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma