GRE Word List
SCABBARD
a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet
The meaning of the word scabbard is a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet.
Random words
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|---|---|
| replete | fully or abundantly provided or filled |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| concordat | compact |
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| swindler | to obtain money or property by fraud or deceit |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| ensue | to strive to attain : pursue |
| sibling | sib |
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| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |