GRE Word List

SHEAR

to cut off the hair from

The meaning of the word shear is to cut off the hair from.

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WordMeaning
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
blightedaffected with blight (see blight
dismissto permit or cause to leave
rudimentaryconsisting in first principles : fundamental
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)
haggardnot tamed
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager