Pronunciation: /səˈreɪt/
verb to make serrated or jagged
A1 She serrated the edges of the paper with scissors.
A2 The chef serrated the vegetables before cooking them.
B1 It is important to serrate the fabric before sewing to prevent fraying.
B2 The carpenter serrated the wood to create a decorative edge on the table.
C1 The artist meticulously serrated the metal to create intricate designs in the sculpture.
C2 The expert serrated the glass with precision to fit it perfectly into the frame.
adjective having a notched edge or sawlike teeth
A1 The serrate edges of the leaves made them easy to identify.
A2 The serrate knife blade was perfect for cutting through tough vegetables.
B1 The serrate pattern on the fabric added an interesting texture to the dress.
B2 The serrate teeth on the saw made it ideal for cutting through thick branches.
C1 The serrate edges of the mountain range created a stunning silhouette against the sky.
C2 The serrate design of the building's facade was a unique architectural feature.
formal The edge of the leaf is serrate, with sharp teeth along the margin.
informal Be careful when handling that plant, its leaves are serrate and can cut you.
slang I accidentally brushed against a serrate plant and now my arm is all scratched up.
figurative His words were like serrate edges, cutting through the silence with their sharpness.
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