GRE Word List
SHREW
any of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur
The meaning of the word shrew is any of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repercussion | reflection |
| warren | a place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant) |
| heed | to pay attention |
| cater | to provide a supply of food |
| herald | an official at a tournament of arms (see arm |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| fathom | a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water |
| salvage | compensation paid for saving a ship or its cargo from the perils of the sea or for the lives and property rescued in a wreck |
| grisly | inspiring horror or intense fear |
| recant | to withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce |