GRE Word List

SNIP

a small piece that is snipped off

The meaning of the word snip is a small piece that is snipped off.

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WordMeaning
siltloose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
warpa series of yarns extended lengthwise in a loom and crossed by the weft
infamoushaving a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
siderealof, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
brindledhaving obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground