I. ˈōˌvāt, ˈävə̇t noun
( -s )
Etymology: modification of Greek ouateis, plural, members of one of three classes of Gaulish bards, probably of Celtic origin; akin to Old Irish fāith seer, poet — more at vatic
: one of a class of bards in Wales graduated in bardic lore and approved by a session of bards
II. ˈōˌvāt, usu -ād.+V adjective
Etymology: Latin ovatus, from ovum egg + -atus -ate
1. : shaped like an egg : oval — often used in combination
ovate -oblong
ovate -deltoid
2. : having an outline like that of the longitudinal section of an egg with the basal end broader
ovate leaves
— see leaf illustration