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“Chordate” or “Cordate”

chordate / cordate are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

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chordate

  • nounany animal of the phylum Chordata having a notochord or spinal column.
  • adjectiveof or relating to or characteristic of the Chordata.

cordate

  • adjective(of a leaf) shaped like a heart.
Usage

Examples in context

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“chordate”

  • List of chordate orders

“cordate”

  • …almost rounded, with a slightly cordate base, margin entire or sometimes…

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