How to Pronounce Tunicate

To pronounce "tunicate", say TUN-ic-at-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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TUN-ic-at-e

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"tunicate" has 4 syllables: tun-ic-at-e.

What does tunicate mean?

noun

  1. Any of very many chordate marine animals, of the subphyla Tunicata or Urochordata, including the sea squirts.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to these animals.
  2. Enclosed in a tunic or mantle; covered or coated with layers.

Related words

urochordateurochordtethydantectibranchiatetrimusculidturritellaclavelinidturbinella

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How many syllables are in "tunicate"?▾

"Tunicate" has 4 syllables: tun · ic · at · e.

What does "tunicate" mean?▾

Tunicate: Any of very many chordate marine animals, of the subphyla Tunicata or Urochordata, including the sea squirts.

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