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ovate

Ovate (adj) means Shaped like an egg.

adj
1
Shaped like an egg.
2
With the broadest extremity near the base.
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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin ōvātus, from ōvum (“an egg”) + -ātus; see -ate (adjective-forming suffix) and -ate (noun-forming suffix).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of ovate?

"ovate" (adj) means shaped like an egg.

What are the different meanings of ovate?

"ovate" has 2 main meanings: 1. Shaped like an egg; 2. With the broadest extremity near the base.

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