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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swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
anthropologistthe science of human beings
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
trougha long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification