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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WordMeaning
stagnantnot flowing in a current or stream
rebusa representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
proximitythe quality or state of being proximate : closeness
delveexcavate
warrantsanction
rudimentaryconsisting in first principles : fundamental
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
carafea bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine