oatlike

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Definitions of oatlike word

noun oatlike a cereal grass, Avena sativa, cultivated for its edible seed. 1
noun oatlike Usually, oats. (used with a singular or plural verb) the seed of this plant, used as a food for humans and animals. 1
noun oatlike any of several plants of the same genus, as the wild oat. 1
noun oatlike Archaic. a musical pipe made of an oat straw. 1
idioms oatlike feel one's oats, Informal. to feel frisky or lively. to be aware of and use one's importance or power. 1
idioms oatlike sow one's wild oats. wild oat (def 3). 1

before 900

One of the 4% oldest English words

before 900; Middle English ote, Old English āte

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 84% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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