GRE Word List
VISE
any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
The meaning of the word vise is any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam.
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| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |
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| impunity | exemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| reprieve | to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner) |
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