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saccate

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /sæˈkeɪt/

KK: /sæˈkeɪt/

adjective
Definition

Describing something that has a pouch or sac-like shape.


Example

The saccate structure of the plant helps it store water.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen that new plant with the saccate leaves?
Sloth B
Yeah, I noticed it at the store — it looks really unique!
Sloth A
I love how the saccate shape can store water, too.
Sloth B
Definitely! It's perfect for someone like me who forgets to water plants.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pouchy
saclike
bulbous
Antonyms
flat
slim
thin
Root Explanation

**Saccate** → It is derived from the Latin word "saccus" (meaning bag or sack) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating having the quality of). The word "saccate" describes something that has the quality of being bag-like or pouch-like.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sack' ('saccus') to remember that 'saccate' means having a bag-like quality.

Visually Confused Words
bisaccate
siccate
baccate
sacae
acate
staccato
sebacate
placcate
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