palmate

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Adjective palmate has 2 senses

palmate - (of the feet of water birds) having three toes connected by a thin fold of skin
Antonym: unwebbed (indirect, via webbed)
palmate, palm-shaped - of a leaf shape; having leaflets or lobes radiating from a common point
Antonyms: simple, unsubdivided (indirect, via compound)

Definitions from the Web

Palmate

Definition:

Palmate refers to something that has the shape or arrangement resembling an open hand with fingers spread out.

Parts of Speech:

Adjective: palmate

Senses:

1. Adjective - Having lobes or leaflets that radiate from a central point, resembling a hand.

2. Adjective - Pertaining to or resembling a palm or palm tree.

Usages:

Sense 1:

Example 1: The palmate leaves of the maple tree make it distinct from other tree species.

Example 2: The palmate leaf structure of the poison ivy plant is a characteristic to be cautious of.

Example 3: Scientists observed the palmate markings on the insect's wings for classification purposes.

Sense 2:

Example 1: The resort was adorned with beautiful palmate arches, giving it a tropical atmosphere.

Example 2: The palmate appearance of the coral fan fascinated the divers.

Example 3: The art piece depicted a serene scene with palmate trees swaying in the breeze.

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