radiate

English

/ˈɹeɪdieɪt/, /ˈɹeɪdieɪt/

verb
Definitions
  • To extend, send or spread out from a center like radii.
  • (transitive) To emit rays or waves.
  • (intransitive) To come out or proceed in rays or waves.
  • (transitive) To illuminate.
  • To expose to ionizing radiation, such as by radiography.
  • (transitive) To manifest oneself in a glowing manner.
  • (ecology, intransitive) to spread into new habitats, migrate.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin radiatus.

Origin

Latin

radiatus

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