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bul⋅late

[bool-eyt, -it, buhl-]
–adjective
1. having the surface covered with irregular and slight elevations, giving a blistered appearance.
2. Anatomy. inflated; vaulted.

Origin:
1810–20; < L bullātus. See bulla, -ate 1
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bul·late   (bŏŏl'āt', bŭl'-)   
adj.  Having a puckered or blistered appearance: bullate leaves.

[Latin bullātus, from bulla, bubble.]
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Main Entry: bul·late
Pronunciation: 'bul-"At
Function: adjective
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