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pinnate

The correct spelling is pinnate.

How to pronounce pinnate

adjective

IPA: /pɪnˈneɪt/

Say it like: Pin-nat-e

The correct spelling is pinnate. Resembling a feather. For example: "Mimosa is a tree with pinnate leaves."

Usage Examples

Mimosa is a tree with pinnate leaves.

the pinnate grouse, or prairie chicken

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Resembling a feather.
  2. 2.Having two rows of branches, lobes, leaflets, or veins arranged on each side of a common axis
  3. 3.Having a winglike tuft of long feathers on each side of the neck.
  4. 4.Having wings or fins.

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