Associations to the word «Connate»

Wiktionary

CONNATE, adjective. Cognate
CONNATE, adjective. Inborn
CONNATE, adjective. (botany) united with others of the same kind (especially of sepals or petals)
CONNATE, adjective. (geology) trapped within a rock at the time of its formation (especially of water or petroleum)

Dictionary definition

CONNATE, adjective. Of similar parts or organs; closely joined or united; "a connate tomato flower".
CONNATE, adjective. Related in nature; "connate qualities".

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke