sigillate

[sij-uh-leyt, -lit]

adjective

1. (of a ceramic object) having stamped decorations.

2. Botany.,  having markings that resemble the impressions of a seal.

Other Word Forms

• sigillation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of sigillate¹

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English word from Latin word sigillātus. See sigil, -ate ¹

Example Sentences

Sigillate pottery of the Roman Empire from excavations In Spain made chiefly by the president of the Hispanic Society of America at Italica. © 23Jun37; A107461.

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Sigillate pottery of the Roman Empire from excavations in Spain made chiefly by the president of the Hispanic Society of America at Italica.

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