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saccate

adjective sac·cate \ ˈsa-ˌkāt \

Definition of saccate

: having the form of a sac or pouch
  • saccate pollen grains

Origin and Etymology of saccate

New Latin saccatus, from Latin saccus

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saccate

adjective sac·cate \ ˈsak-ˌāt \

medical Definition of saccate

: having the form of a sac or pouch

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