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sinuate

Syllabification: (sin·u·ate)
Pronunciation: /ˈsinyo͞oˌāt, -it/

Definition of sinuate

adjective

Botany & Zoology
  • having a wavy or sinuous margin; with alternate rounded notches and lobes.

Origin:

late 17th century: from Latin sinuatus, past participle of sinuare 'to bend'

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