GRE Word List

SCAD

any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus)

The meaning of the word scad is any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus).

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hierarchya division of angels
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entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
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