proclinate

[ prok-luh-neyt ]

adjective

, Zoology.

1. (of a part) directed or inclined forward.

Word History and Origins

Origin of proclinate¹

< Latin prōclīnātus bent forward, past participle of prōclīnāre. See pro- ¹, recline, -ate ¹

Example Sentences

Proclinate: directed forward; applied to hair or bristles.

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