GRE Word List

SCAVENGE

to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area

The meaning of the word scavenge is to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area.

Random words

WordMeaning
inhibitto prohibit from doing something
contusioninjury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
flitto pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another
loutto bow in respect
antagonismopposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
decrepitudethe quality or state of being decrepit
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)