eloquate en · VERB
Pronunciation
- /ˈɛləkweɪt/
Etymology
Back-formation from eloqu(ent) + -ate (adjective-forming suffix).
Meanings
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(US, proscribed, rare, transitive) To convey meaning with complete clarity and perfect grammar and punctuation.
He wanted to eloquate his thoughts on the subject of etymology.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| eloquated | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| eloquated | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| eloquates | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| eloquating | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic |