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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |
| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |
| propound | to offer for discussion or consideration |
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
| finite | having definite or definable limits |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| bulk | magnitude |