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Vocabulary Entry
sulcate
|adjective • verb
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A
adjective
Having furrows or grooves; marked by the presence of sulci.
Example Sentences
"The sulcate surface of the leaf allows for better moisture retention."
"His sulcate hands showed the signs of a long day of manual labor."
"The sulcate pattern on the shell was fascinating to the biologist."
V
verb
To mark with or form sulci; to make grooves.
Example Sentences
"The artist decided to sulcate the canvas to add texture to her work."
"Engineers often sulcate the path to improve drainage."
"He began to sulcate the dough before baking for a decorative effect."