valvate Definition
- 1having or consisting of valves
- 2having overlapping edges that meet without overlapping
- 3having a bud in which the sepals or petals or both are folded or marginally overlapping
Using valvate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "valvate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The valvate flowers of the plant open in the morning and close at night.
Example
The fruit of the plant is valvate.
Example
The valvate bud of the flower is still closed.
valvate Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for valvate
- valvular
- valvar
- valvate-closed
- valvate-plicate
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Summary: valvate in Brief
The term 'valvate' [ˈvælveɪt] describes something that has or consists of valves, has overlapping edges that meet without overlapping, or has a bud in which the sepals or petals or both are folded or marginally overlapping. It is often used to describe flowers or fruits, as in 'The valvate flowers of the plant open in the morning and close at night.'
