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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disinter | to take out of the grave or tomb |
| spare | not being used |
| fetter | a chain or shackle for the feet |
| spoonerism | a transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil) |
| requisite | needed for a particular purpose : essential |
| pry | to look closely or inquisitively |
| capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
| quotidian | occurring every day |
| morose | having a sullen and gloomy disposition |
| vigil | the act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary |