falcate

UK
/ˈfɔːlkeɪt/
US
/ˈfɔlkeɪt/

Translations

falcateverb
falcated
Past Simple
falcated
Past Participle
falcating
Gerund
UK
/ˈfæl.keɪt/
US
/ˈfæl.keɪt/
Rare verb meaning ‘to bend or curve into a sickle shape’.
falcateadjective
more falcate
Comp.
most falcate
Super.
UK
/ˈfɔːlkeɪt/
US
/ˈfɔlkeɪt/
The falcate leaves of the plant are quite distinctive.
Серповидные листья растения довольно характерны.

Definitions

falcateverb
To bend or curve (something) into a sickle-like shape.
The artisan falcated the metal rod to create an ornate hook.
falcateadjective
Curved and tapering to a point, resembling a sickle in shape.
The falcate leaves of the plant gave it a unique and striking appearance.