pediculate

[ puh-dik-yuh-lit, -leyt ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

of or related to the Pediculati, a group of teleost fishes, characterized by the elongated base of their pectoral fins, simulating an arm or peduncle.

pediculate

/ -ˌleɪt; pɪˈdɪkjʊlɪt /

of, relating to, or belonging to the Pediculati, a large order of teleost fishes containing the anglers

From the New Latin word Pediculati, dating back to 1855–60. See pedicle, -ate ¹

C19: from Latin pedīculus little foot; see pedicel

The distal end of each radial tube bears usually a verticil of four to eight similar pediculate spathill.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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