How Do You Spell LYRATED?

Pronunciation: [lˈa͡ɪɹe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA)

The word "lyrated" is spelled L-Y-R-A-T-E-D, with the stress on the second syllable. It is derived from the word "lyrate", which means having a shape similar to a lyre or a leaf that's divided into lobes (pronounced laɪrət and lɒbe respectively). The suffix "-ed" is added to form the past tense or past participle of a verb. Lyrated is not a commonly used word, but it could be used to describe the shape of certain objects or plants that have a lyre-like or lobed appearance.

LYRATED Meaning and Definition

1. "Lyrated" is an adjective that is derived from the term "lyre," which is a musical instrument resembling a small harp. It is used to describe an object or design that has a shape resembling the strings or curves of a lyre.

   In a broader sense, when describing something as "lyrated," it implies that the object or design bears a resemblance to a lyre's distinctive shape. This can include any pattern or form that exhibits a similar symmetry or curvature like that of the lyre's strings.

   For example, a specific type of leaf commonly referred to as a "lyrated leaf" has a compound outline that resembles the appearance of a lyre. These types of leaves often have a central body with multiple elongated lobes extending from either side, resembling the strings of a lyre.

   Additionally, "lyrated" can be used to describe various artistic representations such as architectural reliefs, decorative patterns, or motifs that depict the shape of a lyre or exhibit a similar style. This term is commonly used in the fields of art, design, and botany when referring to objects or patterns that share characteristics with the distinctive shape of a lyre.

2. In bot., applied to a leaf having a large terminal lobe and several pairs of smaller lobes decreasing in size towards the base.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for LYRATED

• kyrated
• pyrated
• ltrated
• lgrated
• lhrated
• lurated
• l7rated
• l6rated
• lyeated
• lydated
• lyfated
• lytated
• ly5ated
• ly4ated
• lyrzted
• lyrsted
• lyrwted
• lyrqted
• lyrared

Etymology of LYRATED

The word "lyrated" originates from the Latin term "lyratus", which is derived from "lyra", meaning "lyre". In Latin, "lyratus" refers to something that is adorned or shaped like a lyre. The term "lyrated" has been adopted into English and is used to describe objects or designs that resemble a lyre, such as certain leaves or wing shapes.

Similar spelling words for LYRATED

• located,
• Grated,
• Crated.