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crinite

Syllabification: (cri·nite)
Pronunciation: /ˈkrīnīt/

Definition of crinite

adjective

technical
  • having hairlike tufts; hairy.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Latin crinitus, past participle of crinire 'cover or provide with hair': see -ite1

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