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crenate

/ˈkriː.neɪt/

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adjective

/ˈkriː.neɪt/C2formalscientific
  • ruОписывает лист или другой объект с фестончатым или зубчатым краем, имеющим округлые зубцы.

Describes a leaf or other object with a scalloped or notched edge, having rounded teeth.

  1. Scalloped edgeC2formal

    Having a margin with rounded, scalloped projections, like the edge of a leaf or a coin.

    ruГородчатый

    • The leaf had a crenate margin, making it easy to identify.
    • The coin's edge was crenate, giving it a decorative look.
    • Botanists noted the crenate outline of the specimen.

    Synonymscrenatedscalloped

Forms
  • more crenate comparative form
  • most crenate superlative form