Mitrate
//ˈmaɪ.tɹeɪt// adj, noun
adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 One of an extinct group of stem group echinoderms.
Adjective
- 1 Having a shape like that of an abbot's or bishop's mitre. not-comparable
- 2 Wearing a mitre. not-comparable
Synonyms
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Etymology 1
From mitre + -ate (adjective-forming suffix).
Etymology 2
From a substantivation of the above adjective through the associated taxon's name (Mitrata). Equivalent to mitre + -ate (noun-forming suffix).
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