Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
serrate
Adjective
/ˈsɛr.eɪt/
Definition
Having a saw-toothed or jagged edge; resembling the teeth of a saw.
Examples
- The serrate leaves of the plant make it easily identifiable.
- He used a serrate knife for precise cutting.
- The shell of the marine creature had a beautiful serrate pattern.
Meaning
Serrate refers to a shape or edge that is not smooth but has a series of sharp projections or notches, often likened to the teeth of a serrated knife.
Synonyms
- Jagged
- Notched
- Saw-toothed
- Toothed
