Definition

Describing something that has arms or arm-like parts, often used in biology to refer to certain animals or plants.

Example

The brachiate structure of the octopus allows it to move gracefully through the water.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that documentary about the animals with brachiate limbs?

Yeah, it was fascinating how they move through the trees.

I never knew some of them could swing like that with their brachiate arms.

Right? It makes you appreciate their adaptations so much more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To move by swinging from one place to another using the arms, similar to how some apes move.

Example

The monkey brachiated from branch to branch in the trees.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that monkey at the zoo?

Yeah, it was amazing to watch how it could brachiate from branch to branch.

I wish I could move like that!

Root Explanation

Brachiate → It is formed from "brachiatus" (from Latin, meaning having arms) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating a state or condition). The word "brachiate" refers to having arms or branches, particularly in the context of certain plants or animals that have arm-like structures.

Memory Tip

Think of 'arms' ('brachiatus') when you remember that 'brachiate' describes something that has arm-like features or branches.

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