Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
striate
verb
/ˈstraɪ.eɪt/
Definition
To mark with stripes or grooves.
Examples
- The artist decided to striate the canvas with bold lines to create a sense of movement.
- Upon inspection, the geologist noted how the rocks were striated from years of glacial movement.
Meaning
Striate refers to the presence of lines or stripes that can be seen on a surface. It often describes something that is streaked or has parallel lines, commonly found in natural patterns or textures.
Synonyms
- stripe
- line
- streak
- mark
