Advertisement
Advertisement
View synonyms for cucullate
cucullate
[ kyoo-kuh-leyt, kyoo-kuhl-eyt ]
adjective
- resembling a cowl or hood.
cucullate
/ -lɪt; ˈkjuːkəˌleɪt /
adjective
- shaped like a hood or having a hoodlike part
cucullate sepals
Discover More
Derived Forms
- ˈcuculˌlately, adverb
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of cucullate1
First recorded in 1785–95; from Late Latin cucullātus “having a hood,” equivalent to Latin cucull(us) “a covering, hood” + -ātus -ate 1
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of cucullate1
C18: from Late Latin cucullātus, from Latin cucullus hood, cap
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[pet-ri-kawr]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse