GRE Word List
SLOUGH
a place of deep mud or mire
The meaning of the word slough is a place of deep mud or mire.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| garner | to gather into storage |
| distill | to let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate |
| bid | to offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance |
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| predilection | an established preference for something |
| nourish | nurture |
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