GRE Word List

STEM

the main trunk of a plant

The meaning of the word stem is the main trunk of a plant.

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vetoan authoritative prohibition : interdiction
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
deputizeto appoint as deputy
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
rescindto take away : remove
flutedhaving or marked by grooves
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
brawnymuscular
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
glowto shine with or as if with an intense heat