mucronate Meaning, Definition & Usage

Mu"cro*nate, Mu"cro*na`ted adjective (Also<

• Mucronate
• Mucronated

)

Etymology

L. mucronatus, fr. mucro a sharp point: cf. F. mucroné.

Definitions

1. Ending abruptly in a sharp point; abruptly tipped with a short and sharp point; as, a mucronate leaf. -- Mu"cro*nate*ly, adv.