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peltate.

Shield-shaped; scutiform.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj

  1. Shield-shaped; scutiform.

  2. Having the petiole attached to the lower surface instead of the margin.

Where this word comes from

Etymology tree Ancient Greek πέλτη (péltē) Proto-Indo-European *-h₂ Proto-Indo-European *-éh₂ Proto-Indo-European *-tós Proto-Indo-European *-eh₂tos Proto-Italic *-ātos Latin -ātuslbor. English -ate English peltate From Ancient Greek πέλτη (péltē) + English -ate (adjective-forming suffix).

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