GRE Word List

STOKE

to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel

The meaning of the word stoke is to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel.

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WordMeaning
compilationthe act or process of compiling
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clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
figurinea small carved or molded figure : statuette
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
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crescendoa gradual increase
effusionan act of effusing