convolute

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Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /ˌkɒnvəˈluːt/
• (America) IPA: /ˌkɑːnvəˈluːt/

Verb

convolute (convolutes, present participle convoluting; past and past participle convoluted)

1. (transitive) To make unnecessarily complex.
2. (transitive) To fold or coil into numerous overlapping layers.

Related terms

• convolution
• convolve

Adjective

convolute

1. Convoluted.
2. (botany, of a leaf) Coiled such that one edge is inside, and one outside the coil, giving a spiral effect in cross section. (A special case of imbricate.)

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