Gestate Definition & Meaning

gestate
verb
  1. have the idea for; "He conceived of a robot that would help paralyzed patients"; "This library was well conceived"
  2. be pregnant with; "She is bearing his child"; "The are expecting another child in January"; "I am carrying his child"

"Gestate" in song lyrics

See how gestate is used in real songs:

  • "On your face. in this chrystalis I gestate"
    Sole — Dismantling of Sole's Ego

Usage tips for "gestate"

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