GRE Word List
SEXTANT
an instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude)
The meaning of the word sextant is an instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude).
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| subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
| burnish | to make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing |
| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
| nutritious | nourishing |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| disgruntle | to make ill-humored or discontented |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |
| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
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| mystic | mystical |