adj, verb ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of serrate form-of, participle, past

Adjective

1. 1
   Notched or cut like a saw. not-comparable

   "That knife has a serrated blade."

2. 2
   Having a row of sharp or tooth-like projections. not-comparable

   "Maple leaves have serrated edges."

Adjective

1. 1
   notched like a saw with teeth pointing toward the apex wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

corrugatedcraggycrumpleddentatedentilatedgimped

Example

More examples

"The knife's serrated edge makes it perfect for cutting such things as bread."

Etymology

Past participle of serrate.

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