acuminate

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Pronunciation

IPA /əˈkjuːmɪneɪt/

Noun

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Verb

acuminate verb

To render sharp or keen; to sharpen.
To end in or come to a sharp point.

Adjective

acuminate adjective

Tapering to a point; pointed.“acuminate leaves, teeth, etc.”
Tapering to a long point in concave manner at its apex.

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Synonyms

pointed simple unsubdivided serrate taper ovate apex condyloma lanceolate condylomata accuminate long-acuminate tapered acuminose subacute acute

Associated

cuneate pilose coriaceous scabrous apices glabrous cordate attenuate panicle pubescent foliar

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