coapt
Beginner (A1)
IPA: /N/A/
KK: /N/A/
noun
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of coapt?
No, I haven't. What is it?
It's a type of adhesive, like methyl cyanoacrylate.
Oh, that sounds interesting! I might need some for my projects.
verb
Definition
To join or fit together closely, often by adjusting or adapting to each other.
Example
The two pieces of wood coapt perfectly to create a strong joint.
Tense Forms
Past: coapted
Past Participle: coapted
Conversation
Did you see how those two pieces coapt perfectly in the puzzle?
Yeah, it was satisfying to watch them fit together so well.
I love when things just coapt like that; it makes it easier to finish.
Root Explanation
Coapt is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "aptare" (meaning to fit). The word describes the act of fitting things together or joining them closely.
Memory Tip
Think of things being 'fitted together' — 'co-' means together, and 'aptare' means to fit.
Visually Confused Words
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coat
coalpit
coadapt
croat
coati
coast
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