G Words Flashcards

1
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To be excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.

A

garrulous

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2
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A patch of very faint nebulous light sometimes seen in the night sky opposite the position of the sun. It is thought to be the image of the sun reflected from gas and dust outside the atmosphere.

A

gegenschein

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3
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An aromatic wine grape variety, used in white wines, and which performs best in cooler climates.

A

Gewürztraminer

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4
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The knowledge of spiritual mysteries.

A

gnosis

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5
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Relating to or denoting the northern group of Celtic languages, including Irish, Scottish Gaelic, and Manx.

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Goidelic

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6
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The bearer of a gonfalon; a standard-bearer.

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gonfalonier

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7
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An eyelet placed in a hole in a sheet or panel to protect or insulate a rope or cable passed through it or to prevent the sheet or panel from being torn.

A

grommet

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8
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To be concerned with tasting or the sense of taste.

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gustatory

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