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View synonyms for pollinate

pollinate

[ pol-uh-neyt ]

verb (used with object)

, Botany.
, pol·li·nat·ed, pol·li·nat·ing.
  1. to convey pollen to the stigma of (a flower).


pollinate

/ ˈpɒlɪˌneɪt /

verb

  1. tr to transfer pollen from the anthers to the stigma of (a flower)
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Derived Forms

  • ˌpolliˈnation, noun
  • ˈpolliˌnator, noun
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Other Words From

  • polli·nator noun
  • inter·polli·nate verb interpollinated interpollinating
  • over·polli·nate verb (used with object) overpollinated overpollinating
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Word History and Origins

Origin of pollinate1

1870–75; < New Latin pollin- (stem of pollen ) pollen + -ate 1
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Example Sentences

"Our findings show that over 70% of wild bee species, which are crucial for pollinating our food crops, face significant risks from pesticide residues in soil -- a threat current regulations overlook," says Dr. Rondeau.

Bees serve a crucial role in pollinating native plants and crops, but their populations have been declining worldwide.

It has been found that more than 85% of plant species are insect pollinated but 40% of insect species are at risk of extinction.

From BBC

Also, the flower gets pollinated by the insects attracted to its rotten smell, “typically sweat bees, flesh flies and carrion beetles who enjoy the pungent odor,” he said.

Plants that are pollinated by insects and have to defend themselves against herbivores have evolved to be better adapted to different types of soil.

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