GRE Word List

TOTEM

an object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry

The meaning of the word totem is an object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry.

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WordMeaning
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
suckleto give milk to from the breast or udder
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
lagone that lags or is last
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort
allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute
adjurationa solemn oath
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons