Carnose
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɑː(ɹ)nəʊz/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Carnose is an adjective meaning Carnous, fleshy.
Meaning
Carnous, fleshy.
More Meanings
- (botany) of a fleshy consistency; applied to succulent leaves, stems, etc.
Example Sentences
The Muſcle whereby he [the hedgehog] is enabled to draw himſelf thus together, and gather up his whole Body like a Ball, the Pariſian Academiſts deſcribe to be a diſtinct Carnoſe Muſcle, extended from the Oſſa innominata to the Ear and Noſe, running along the Back-bone, without being faſtned thereto.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include carnous, carneous, fleshed, sarkic, fleshy, meaty.
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