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catenate

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈkætəˌneɪt/

KK: /ˈkætəˌneɪt/

transitive verb
Definition

To connect things together in a series or chain, linking them one after another.


Example

The artist decided to catenate the colorful beads to create a beautiful necklace.


Tense Forms

Past: catenated

Past Participle: catenated


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried to catenate your playlists for a party?
Sloth B
No, but that sounds like a great idea!
Sloth A
It really helps to keep the music flowing without interruptions.
Sloth B
I’ll definitely give it a shot for the next gathering.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
link
chain
connect
Antonyms
separate
disconnect
divide
Root Explanation

Catenate → It is formed from "catena" (meaning chain) in Latin, combined with the suffix "-ate" (indicating to make or to cause). The word "catenate" means to link or connect things together in a chain-like manner.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'chain' ('catena') that links things together — that's why catenate means to connect or link.

Visually Confused Words
incatenate
concatenate
coalternate
catkinate
caseinate
attenuate
antennate
alternate
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