GRE Word List

SHAVING

the act of one that shaves

The meaning of the word shaving is the act of one that shaves.

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WordMeaning
pestlea usually club-shaped implement for pounding or grinding substances in a mortar see mortar illustration
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
unassuagednot quenched, eased, or satisfied : not assuaged
cullto select from a group : choose
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
expostulationan act or an instance of expostulating
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
pedigreea register recording a line of ancestors
masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)