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SUBSTRATE

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Substrate.

Substrate - as a noun

The substance that is acted upon by an enzyme or ferment

A surface on which an organism grows or is attached

Example: "The gardener talked about the proper substrate for acid-loving plants"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
substratum

Any stratum or layer lying underneath another

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
substratum

An indigenous language that contributes features to the language of an invading people who impose their language on the indigenous population

Example: "The celtic languages of britain are a substrate for english"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
substratum

Substrate - as a verb

To strew or lay under.

Substrate - as an adjective

Having very slight furrows.

Example Sentences

"The bacteria grew well on the agar substrate."
"The artist used a wooden substrate for his painting."
"The enzyme catalyzes the reaction by binding to its substrate."
"The coral reef is supported by a limestone substrate."
"The printer requires a special substrate for printing on fabric."
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Word Game Points

Is SUBSTRATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, substrate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUBSTRATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SUBSTRATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, substrate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUBSTRATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is SUBSTRATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, substrate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUBSTRATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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