squamate

[ skwey-meyt ]

adjective
  1. provided or covered with squamae or scales; scaly.

Origin of squamate

1
From the Late Latin word squāmātus, dating back to 1820–30. See squama, -ate1

Other words from squamate

  • pseu·do·squa·mate, adjective

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