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Oblate Definition & Meaning

oblate
adjective
  1. having the equatorial diameter greater than the polar diameter; being flattened at the poles
noun
  1. a lay person dedicated to religious work or the religious life

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Frequently asked questions

What does oblate mean?
having the equatorial diameter greater than the polar diameter; being flattened at the poles a lay person dedicated to religious work or the religious life
What part of speech is oblate?
Oblate is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does oblate have?
Oblate has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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