squamate

[ skwey-meyt ]

adjective

1. provided or covered with squamae or scales; scaly.

Other Words From

• pseudo·squamate adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of squamate¹

From the Late Latin word squāmātus, dating back to 1820–30. See squama, -ate ¹

Example Sentences

A large, yellow-coloured, pine-shaped, squamate cone terminates the stameniferous plant.

From Project Gutenberg

Squamate, Squamose, or Squamaceous, furnished with scales (squam).

From Project Gutenberg