Clypeate
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Clypeate is an adjective meaning (botany) Shaped like a round buckler or shield; scutate.
Meaning
(botany) Shaped like a round buckler or shield; scutate.
More Meanings
- (entomology) Furnished with a protective plate, shield or shell.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include clypeal, clipeated, subcrenate, crenate, crenulated, cucullated.
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