Definition of Agglutinate
Agglutinate
ag·glu·ti·nate
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To unite or combine particles or molecules into a single entity.
e.g. The protein molecules agglutinate to form a visible clot.
(verb)
in biology, to collect into clumps or to cause to form clumps, used to describe the behavior of cells;
e.g. The snake's venom causes blood cells to agglutinate in the body, which can result in death if not treated quickly.
(verb)
to combine simple words or parts of words in order to form more complex words that express compound ideas;
e.g. She liked to agglutinate words together to express her unique ideas.
(noun)
a clump or mass of some material that has been formed by the elements/constituents becoming/being stuck together;
e.g. There was an agglutinate of mineral deposits where the fresh water spring emerged from the rock.
Translate this Word
Select a language from the dropdown and click "Translate Now" to see this word in your preferred language.
Similar Words
Opposite Words
Related Words
Comments
We have introduced an AI-powered feature to enhance your learning experience. Explore personalized insights and interactive tools powered by artificial intelligence.
Try AI FeatureWORD OF THE DAY
Company
