adj

connate

Connate (adj) means of the same or a similar nature; proceeding from the same stock or root.

adj

Of the same or a similar nature; proceeding from the same stock or root.

United with other organs of the same kind (for example sepals connate with sepals, petals connate with petals, or stamens with stamens).

Trapped within a rock at the time of its formation (especially of water or petroleum).

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Etymology

First attested in 1641; borrowed from Latin connātus, perfect active participle of connāscor (“to be born together (with)”) (see -ate (adjective-forming suffix)), from con- + nāscor. Doublet of cognate.

Rhymes for connate

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of connate?

"connate" (adj) means of the same or a similar nature; proceeding from the same stock or root.

What are the different meanings of connate?

"connate" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of the same or a similar nature; proceeding from the same stock or root; 2. United with other organs of the same kind (for example sepals connate with sepals, petals connate with petals, or stamens with stamens); 3. Trapped within a rock at the time of its formation (especially of water or petroleum).