GRE Word List

SLAG

the dross or scoria of a metal

The meaning of the word slag is the dross or scoria of a metal.

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WordMeaning
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate
deprecateto express disapproval of
recitala detailed account : enumeration
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
couriermessenger
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
biennialoccurring every two years
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper