acerates
|ac-e-rates|
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/ˈæsəˌreɪts/
(acerate)
needle-like shape
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acerate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acer,' where 'acer' meant 'sharp' or 'pointed.'
Historical Evolution
'acer' transformed into the English word 'acerate,' referring to needle-like structures.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sharp or pointed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'needle-shaped crystal.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/04/17 13:36