GRE Word List

SWATHE

a band used in swathing

The meaning of the word swathe is a band used in swathing.

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WordMeaning
ornithologista branch of zoology dealing with birds
poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
caldrona large kettle or boiler
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
unfalteringnot wavering or weakening : firm
distillto let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate