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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animatedendowed with life or the qualities of life : alive
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boorishresembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor
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dormera window set vertically in a structure projecting through a sloping roof
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
filchto steal secretly or casually
memorializeto address or petition by a memorial
imbibedrink