GRE Word List

SKIFF

any of various small boats

The meaning of the word skiff is any of various small boats.

Random words

WordMeaning
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions
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hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
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explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent