GRE Word List
SHEAR
to cut off the hair from
The meaning of the word shear is to cut off the hair from.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| blatant | noisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous |
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| indubitable | too evident to be doubted : unquestionable |
| panegyric | a eulogistic oration or writing |
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |
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