GRE Word List

SHEAF

a quantity of the stalks and ears of a cereal grass or sometimes other plant material bound together

The meaning of the word sheaf is a quantity of the stalks and ears of a cereal grass or sometimes other plant material bound together.

Random words

WordMeaning
heedto pay attention
obliviouslacking remembrance, memory, or mindful attention
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
libela written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts
raffleto engage in a raffle
nomadicof, relating to, or characteristic of nomads