Definition of crispate in English:
crispate
adjective ˈkrɪspeɪtˈkrɪspeɪt
Botany (especially of a leaf) having a wavy or curly edge.
Example sentencesExamples
- The upturned, crispate anterolateral margins of Rocacarcinus are seen in other genera within the family.
- The plants are dark green and glossy; the leaves are tightly crispate when dry with the tips often circinate.
- This species is readily identified by its large flowers, strikingly striped sepals and by the greenish-brownish striped petals which are crispate.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from Latin crispatus, past participle of crispare 'to curl'.
Definition of crispate in US English:
crispate
adjectiveˈkrɪspeɪtˈkrispāt
Botany (especially of a leaf) having a wavy or curly edge.
Example sentencesExamples
- The upturned, crispate anterolateral margins of Rocacarcinus are seen in other genera within the family.
- This species is readily identified by its large flowers, strikingly striped sepals and by the greenish-brownish striped petals which are crispate.
- The plants are dark green and glossy; the leaves are tightly crispate when dry with the tips often circinate.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from Latin crispatus, past participle of crispare ‘to curl’.