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Bullate

Part of Speech: Adjective

Senses:

1. (biology) Having a blister-like or puffed appearance.
2. (botany) Characterized by irregular blister-like bulges or puckers.
3. (entomology) Having a blistery or pleated surface; referring to wings or elytra having a bulged or convex appearance.

Usage:

1. The bullate leaves of the plant indicated a disease had affected it.

2. The bullate petals of the flower gave it a unique and textured look.

3. The bullate elytra of the beetle protected it from predators.

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