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Definition of Dentate

1. Adjective. Having toothlike projections in the margin.

Definition of Dentate

1. a. Toothed; especially, with the teeth projecting straight out, not pointed either forward or backward; as, a dentate leaf.

Definition of Dentate

1. having teeth [adj]

Medical Definition of Dentate

1. 1. Having teeth; furnished with teeth. "Ruby-lipped and toothed with pearl." 2. Having marginal projecting points; dentate. Toothed whale, any whale of the order Denticete. See Denticete. Toothed wheel, a wheel with teeth or projections cut or set on its edge or circumference, for transmitting motion by their action on the engaging teeth of another wheel. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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