Etymology

sulcate

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Today it means: Having deep, narrow sulci, grooves or furrows. Full definition →

Latin sulcātus
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  1. Latin · derived fromsulcātus
  2. English todaysulcate

From Latin sulcātus, perfect passive participle of sulcō (“to plough, furrow”).

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