Carnate

/ˈkɑɹneɪt/ adjective

Definition

Having or composed of flesh; embodied in physical form; incarnate or fleshy in appearance.

Etymology

From Latin carnatus 'fleshy' (from caro 'flesh') plus English -ate suffix. An alternative, more poetic form of 'carnal' or 'incarnate.'

Kelly Says

While 'incarnate' (meaning 'in flesh') is common in phrases like 'he is evil incarnate,' carnate is its less famous twin—you might encounter it in poetry or older philosophical texts.

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