sequestrate Meaning & Definition
What Does Sequestrate Mean?
Sequestrate is a verb that means To sequester. As an adjective, it means Having enclosed underground or partially buried fruiting bodies, like a truffle.
Sequestrate: Key Facts
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈsiːkwəstɹeɪt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | withdraw, sequester and isolate |
| Verb forms | sequestrates, sequestrating, sequestrated |
Sequestrate Definition (Verb)
- To sequester.
Sequestrate as an Adjective
- Having enclosed underground or partially buried fruiting bodies, like a truffle.
Synonyms of Sequestrate
Sequestrate synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Sequestrate
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Sequestrate in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
sequestrate (third-person singular simple present sequestrates, present participle sequestrating, simple past and past participle sequestrated)
sequestrate (not comparable)
Origin of Sequestrate
Back-formation from sequestration.
Sequestrate Pronunciation
You say sequestrate as //ˈsiːkwəstɹeɪt//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Sequestrate
Is sequestrate a verb or an adjective?
Sequestrate is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is another word for sequestrate?
Words with a similar meaning to sequestrate include withdraw, sequester and isolate. See the full list of sequestrate synonyms and antonyms.
What is the past tense of sequestrate?
The past tense of sequestrate is sequestrated. The present participle is sequestrating.