English Explanatory Dictionary

lirated

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Marked with fine lines, ridges, or grooves; furnished with transverse ridges (often used in the description of shells).
  2. Having striated or furrowed markings.

Pronunciation

lī′rāt-ĭd /ˈlaɪ̯.reɪ̯t.ɪd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-lirated.wav

Word forms

lirated more lirated most lirated

Etymology

From Latin līra + -ated.

Related words

ridged grooved
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