GRE Word List

SCALE

an instrument or machine for weighing

The meaning of the word scale is an instrument or machine for weighing.

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WordMeaning
hinterlandsa region lying inland from a coast
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
gibeto utter taunting words
sextantan instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude)
facileeasily accomplished or attained
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
congenitalexisting at or dating from birth
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted