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fimbriated

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈfɪm.bri.eɪ.tɪd/

KK: /ˈfɪm.bri.eɪ.tɪd/

adjective
Definition

Describing something that has a narrow border or edge, often with thin, fringe-like extensions.


Example

The fimbriated edges of the flower petals added a delicate touch to the garden.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that flower in the garden?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was so unique! I loved how it was fimbriated.
Sloth A
Right? The edges were so interesting and delicate.
Sloth B
Definitely! It really stands out among the other plants.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fringed
bordered
edged
Antonyms
plain
smooth
unadorned
Root Explanation

Fimbriated → It is formed from "fimbriatus" (from Latin, meaning fringed or bordered) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle or adjective form). The word "fimbriated" describes something that is fringed or has a border, often used in a botanical or anatomical context.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'fringed' or has a 'border' — that's what 'fimbriated' means.

Visually Confused Words
imbricated
fibrillated
imbricate
fibrinate
nonfimbriate
imbreviate
fibrillate
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