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Corrugate: meaning, definitions and examples

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corrugate

 

[ หˆkษ”หr.ษ™.ษกeษชt ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

material shaping

To corrugate means to shape or form a material, usually paper or metal, into folds or ridges. This process enhances the material's rigidity and strength, making it more durable for various applications. Corrugated materials are commonly used in construction, packaging, and manufacturing. The design helps in distributing weight and provides structural integrity.

Synonyms

crease, fold, ridge

Examples of usage

  • The engineer decided to corrugate the metal sheets for added strength.
  • They used corrugated cardboard to create sturdy packaging for the products.
  • The roof was constructed using corrugated iron to withstand heavy rain.
Context #2 | Adjective

structural design

Corrugated also describes materials that have been shaped into alternating ridges and grooves. This structure is often found in roofing and wall panels, where the corrugation promotes strength and resistance to weather. It is a practical design used in various industries, optimizing material use while maintaining durability.

Synonyms

grooved, ribbed, wavy

Examples of usage

  • The warehouse was built with corrugated steel panels for insulation.
  • They opted for a corrugated roof design to improve rain drainage.
  • Corrugated plastic sheets are lightweight yet strong.

Translations

Translations of the word "corrugate" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corrugar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเคนเคฐเคฆเคพเคฐ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช wellenfรถrmig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bergelombang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั…ะฒะธะปััั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ falowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆณขๅฝขใซใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท onduler

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ondular

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dalgalฤฑ yapmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌผ๊ฒฐ ๋ชจ์–‘์œผ๋กœ ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชู…ูˆุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vlnit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vlnit

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆณข็บนๅŒ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ valoviti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bylgja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑั€ะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ˜แƒšแƒ•แƒแƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dalฤŸalanmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ondular

Word origin

The word 'corrugate' derives from the Latin word 'corrugare,' meaning 'to wrinkle or furrow.' The prefix 'cor-' means 'together,' and 'rugare' comes from 'rugare,' which means 'to wrinkle.' This reflects the action of creating folds or waves in a material. The term has been in use since the early 19th century, as industrial processes developed that allowed for the efficient production of corrugated materials. Initially used in paper and cardboard, the concept expanded to metals and plastics, revolutionizing construction and packaging. The durability and lightweight nature of corrugated materials made them popular in both commercial and residential applications.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,746, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.