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ovate1

Pronunciation: /ˈəʊveɪt/
Definition of ovate

adjective

chiefly Biology
  • having an oval outline or ovoid shape, like an egg.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from Latin ovatus 'egg-shaped'

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