/ˌrʌnsɪˈneɪt/ or /ˌrʌnsɪˈneɪt/ (rən-si-NAYT)

Definitions

1. verb

to have or be divided into leaflets or lobes, especially in a way that resembles a sickle or a curved claw.

“The runcinate shape of the fern’s leaves is a distinctive feature of its species.”

2. adjective

having a leaf or leaves that are divided into leaflets or lobes, especially in a way that resembles a sickle or a curved claw.

“The runcinate leaves of the plant were a key identifying characteristic for the botanist.”