GRE Word List
TRUNK
the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots
The meaning of the word trunk is the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots.
Random words
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intellect | the power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge |
geriatrics | a branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people |
executor | one who executes something |
supplicate | to make a humble entreaty |
verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
amorous | strongly moved by love and especially sexual love |
unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
scheme | a plan or program of action |
fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |