GRE Word List

SHOOT

to eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)

The meaning of the word shoot is to eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger).

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covenanta usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact
deleteto eliminate especially by blotting out, cutting out, or erasing
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent
filialof, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)