Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

apricate

verb
/ˈeɪ.prɪ.keɪt/
Definition
To bask in the sun; to enjoy the warmth of sunlight.
Examples
  • After a long winter, the cat loved to apricate on the windowsill in the afternoon sunlight.
  • During the picnic, we found a nice spot to apricate and relax in the warmth.
Meaning
Appricate refers to the act of soaking up the sun or enjoying sunlight, often used in a leisurely context.
Synonyms
  • bask
  • sunbathe
  • soak up the sun