Lacteous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlæktiəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Lacteous is an adjective meaning Milky; resembling milk.
Meaning
Milky; resembling milk.
More Meanings
- Lacteal; conveying chyle.
Example Sentences
lacteous vessels
For though we leave out the Lacteous circle (which Aratus, Geminus, and Proclus, out of him hath numbered among the rest) yet are there more by four than Philo mentions ; that is, the Horizon, Meridian and both the Colures ; circles very considerable
Synonyms for lacteous
Depending on context, synonyms include lactean, emulsive, milken, milky, lacteal, lactiferous.
Antonyms for lacteous
Common opposites include runny, watery.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include milky, lactaceous, lactean, milkish, milklike, lactifluous.
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