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peltate
 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective peltate has 1 sense
  1. peltate, shield-shaped - of a leaf shape; round, with the stem attached near the center of the lower surface rather than the margin (as a nasturtium leaf for example)
    Antonym: compound (indirect, via simple)

Definitions from the Web

Peltate (adjective)
Having a shape resembling a shield with the point of attachment in the center.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The leaves of water lilies are peltate, floating on the surface of the pond.
  2. The peltate structure of the mushroom cap helps protect the fragile stem underneath.
  3. The peltate design of the artwork caught everyone's attention at the gallery.

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