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ovate
I. \ˈōˌvāt, ˈävə̇t\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: modification of Greek ouateis, plural, members of one of three classes of Gaulish bards, probably of Celtic origin; akin to Old Irish fāith seer, poet — more at vatic
: one of a class of bards in Wales graduated in bardic lore and approved by a session of bards
II. \ˈōˌvāt, usu -ād.+V\ adjective
Etymology: Latin ovatus, from ovum egg + -atus -ate
1. : shaped like an egg : oval — often used in combination
< ovate-oblong >
< ovate-deltoid >
2. : having an outline like that of the longitudinal section of an egg with the basal end broader
< ovate leaves >
— see leaf illustration |