imbricate
IPA: ɪmbrɪkeɪt
verb
- (transitive or intransitive) To overlap in a regular pattern.
- (linguistics) To undergo or cause to undergo imbrication.
adjective
- Alternative form of imbricated (“overlapping”) [Overlapping, like scales or roof-tiles; intertwined.]
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Examples of "imbricate" in Sentences
- There are five or six imbricate petals.
- The four petals are imbricated in the bud.
- Flowers are fleshy with imbricate inflorescence.
- To imbricate means to overlap in a regular pattern.
- To 'imbricate' means to overlap in a regular pattern.
- The abdominal scales are moderate in size, cycloid and imbricate.
- The body is covered with keeled scales that are imbricate with apical pits.