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lyrate
ly·rate
[
l ràyt,
lrət
]
adjective
Definition:
1.
lyre-shaped:
in the shape of a lyre
2.
with rounded apex:
describes a leaf that has a broad rounded apex and small lateral lobes at the base
[
Mid-18th century. < Latin
lyra
(see
lyre
)
]
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