: notched or toothed on the edge
specifically
: having marginal teeth pointing forward or toward the apex
a serrate leaf
serrated; serrating
: to mark or make with serrations
a serrated knife
Examples of serrate in a Sentence
Adjective
a serrate saw
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
29 June 2026
Brown and yellow bullheads have the rear edge of their pectoral fin spine serrated with sharp tooth-like projections.
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Ken Perrotte,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
The marine reptile also had serrated teeth, an extra bony pocket in its skull where neck muscles attached, and heavier jaw muscles, giving it a more forceful bite.
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Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
The Bottom Line Limiting or preventing onion tears boils down to keeping the onion cold, using the sharpest knife possible (not serrated), and working with purpose, the chefs agree.
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Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 May 2026
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Verb
Its medium-to-dark green leaves have serrated margins, and the foliage transitions to shades of yellow, purple-red, or a combination of both in fall, adding vibrant seasonal color to your garden.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
29 June 2026
Brown and yellow bullheads have the rear edge of their pectoral fin spine serrated with sharp tooth-like projections.
—
Ken Perrotte,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
The marine reptile also had serrated teeth, an extra bony pocket in its skull where neck muscles attached, and heavier jaw muscles, giving it a more forceful bite.
—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
The Bottom Line Limiting or preventing onion tears boils down to keeping the onion cold, using the sharpest knife possible (not serrated), and working with purpose, the chefs agree.
—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for serrate
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“Serrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serrate. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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