convolute, convoluted
(adjective) rolled longitudinally upon itself; “a convolute petal”
twist, twist around, pervert, convolute, sophisticate
(verb) practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive; “Don’t twist my words”
convolve, convolute
(verb) curl, wind, or twist together
Source: WordNet® 3.1
convolute (third-person singular simple present convolutes, present participle convoluting, simple past and past participle convoluted)
(transitive) To make unnecessarily complex.
(transitive) To fold or coil into numerous overlapping layers.
convolute (comparative more convolute, superlative most convolute)
Convoluted.
(botany, of a leaf) Coiled such that one edge is inside, and one outside the coil, giving a spiral effect in cross section. (A special case of imbricate.)
Source: Wiktionary
Con"vo*lute, a. Etym: [L. convolutus, p.p. of convolvere. See Convolve.] (Bot.)
Definition: Rolled or wound together, one part upon another; -- said of the leaves of plants in æstivation.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
14 November 2024
(noun) the act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs; “he gave the suspect a quick frisk”
Espresso is both a coffee beverage and a brewing method that originated in Italy. When making an espresso, a small amount of nearly boiling water under pressure forces through finely-ground coffee beans. It has more caffeine per unit volume than most coffee beverages. Its smaller serving size will take three shots to equal a mug of standard brewed coffee.
