lunate Meaning & Definition
What Does Lunate Mean?
Lunate is used as an adjective meaning Shaped like a crescent. As a noun, it means A small stone artifact, probably an arrowhead, with a blunt straight edge and a sharpened, crescent-shaped back, especially characteristic of the Mesolithic Period.
Lunate at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈluːneɪt/ |
| Synonyms | rounded, crescent-shaped and semilunar |
| Plural | lunates |
| Comparative / superlative | more lunate, most lunate |
Lunate Definition (Adjective)
- Shaped like a crescent.
a lunate beak
Lunate as a Noun
- A small stone artifact, probably an arrowhead, with a blunt straight edge and a sharpened, crescent-shaped back, especially characteristic of the Mesolithic Period.
- The lunate bone.
Synonyms of Lunate
Lunate synonyms and antonyms →Lunate in a Sentence
a lunate beak
Word Forms & Grammar
lunate (comparative more lunate, superlative most lunate)
lunate (plural lunates)
Words That Rhyme With Lunate
Origin of Lunate
First attested in 1777; borrowed from Latin lūnātus (“crescent-shaped”), from lūna (“moon”), see -ate (adjective-forming suffix).
Questions People Ask About Lunate
Is lunate an adjective or a noun?
Lunate is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for lunate?
Words with a similar meaning to lunate include rounded, crescent-shaped and semilunar. See the full list of lunate synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of lunate?
The plural of lunate is lunates.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of lunate?
The comparative form is more lunate and the superlative form is most lunate.