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Papillate

Definition:

Papillate is an adjective that describes something that has papilla or small, nipple-like projections.

Senses and Usages:

1. Biology

In biology, papillate refers to a surface or structure covered in tiny, finger-like projections called papillae.

Sample Sentence: The tongue of a cat is papillate, allowing it to rasp meat off bones.

2. Botany

When referring to plants, papillate describes leaves or stems that have small, elevated growths or rough structures.

Sample Sentence: The underside of the leaf is papillate, providing extra protection against herbivorous insects.

3. Zoology

In zoology, papillate relates to animals having raised, conical structures on their bodies, often used for sensory or protective purposes.

Sample Sentence: The papillate antennae of a butterfly help it to detect nearby pheromones.

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