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convolve

[ kuh n-volv ]
/ kənˈvɒlv /
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verb (used with or without object), con·volved, con·volv·ing.

to roll or wind together; coil; twist.

RELATED WORDS

convolute, twine, rotate, fold, writhe, spire, spiral, twist, turn, intertwine, loop, lap, scroll, wind, snake, wreathe, corkscrew, sinuate, intervolve

Nearby words

  1. convoluted,
  2. convoluted tubule,
  3. convolutely,
  4. convolution,
  5. convolutionary,
  6. convolvulaceous,
  7. convolvulus,
  8. convoy,
  9. convulsant,
  10. convulse

Origin of convolve

1590–1600; < Latin convolvere, equivalent to con- con- + volvere to roll, turn, twist
Related formscon·volve·ment, noun
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British Dictionary definitions for convolve

convolve

/ (kənˈvɒlv) /

verb

to wind or roll together; coil; twist

Word Origin for convolve

C16: from Latin convolvere; see convolute
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