baccate
|bac-cate|
C2
/ˈbækət/
berry-bearing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'baccate' originates from New Latin, specifically the word 'baccatus', where 'bacca' meant 'berry'.
Historical Evolution
'baccate' derives from Latin 'baccatus' (formed from 'bacca' meaning 'berry') used in botanical/New Latin, and was adopted into modern English with the same form and technical meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to being 'provided with berries' in Latin botanical usage, and over time it has retained that specialized meaning in modern English botanical contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
bearing or covered with berries; having berry-like fruits (used especially in botanical contexts).
The shrub is baccate in late summer, its branches heavy with small red fruits.
Synonyms
berry-bearingbacciferous
Last updated: 2025/12/24 11:45