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.

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WordMeaning
hazarda source of danger
sententiousgiven to or abounding in aphoristic expression
rostera roll or list of personnel
lethalof, relating to, or causing death
perpetuateto make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely
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sapthe fluid part of a plant
multiformhaving many forms or appearances
impersonalhaving no personal reference or connection
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