Simple meaning
What does Pollinate mean?
Pollinate means move pollen to help seeds form.
Dictionary definition
Pollinate means to move pollen so a plant can make seeds.
Example sentences
Pollinate in a sentence
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In science class, we learned what pollinate means.
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The reading passage used pollinate to explain a life science idea clearly.
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During a school project, using pollinate correctly made our biology description more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Pollinate
spread pollenRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
fertilize flowersRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
transfer pollenRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
block growthHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
prevent seedingHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
Word family
Pollinate word family
Base word
pollinate
verb
pollinate
Base form.
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