Terebrate

//ˈtɛɹɪbɹət// adj, verb

adj, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To bore or perforate.

    "the threefold effect of Jupiter's trisulk , to burn , discuss , and terebrate"

Adjective
  1. 1
    Provided with a borer. not-comparable

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"the threefold effect of Jupiter's trisulk , to burn , discuss , and terebrate"

Etymology

From Latin terebratus, past participle of terebrare.

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