Pollinate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɒlɪneɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Pollinate is a verb meaning To apply pollen to (a stigma).
Meaning
To apply pollen to (a stigma).
More Meanings
- (zoology) Pollinose.
Example Sentences
self-pollinate
pollinate plants
pollinate flowers
Bees help pollinate flowers as they collect nectar.
Word Forms
- pollinates
- pollinating
- pollinated
Synonyms for pollinate
Depending on context, synonyms include cross-pollinate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cross-pollinate, pollenate, pollinize, pollenise, impregnate, propolize.
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