Serrate

Origin

From Latin serratus, past participle of serrō.

Full definition of serrate

Adjective

1. Having tooth-like projections on one side, as in a saw.Many click beetles have serrate antennae.
2. (botany) leaves Having tooth-like projections pointed away from the petiole.

Derived terms

• serrulate
• retroserrate
• biserrate

Related terms

• dentate
• runcinate

Usage notes

Serrate is used in some scientific communities; for common usage, serrated is typically the more appropriate term.

Verb

1. To make serrate.

Anagrams

• rerates
• retears
• tearers