mammillate

[ mam-uh-leyt ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

mammillate

/ ˈmæmɪˌleɪt /

From the Late Latin word mammillātus, dating back to 1820–30. See mammilla, -ate ¹

Shell nut-shaped, mammillate, with slight sagittal stricture.

Shell nut-shaped, mammillate, without external stricture, but with complete external sagittal ring.

Shell nut-shaped, mammillate, with deep sagittal stricture and irregular, polygonal pores.

Shell nut-shaped, mammillate, with sharp sagittal stricture.

Shell nut-shaped, mammillate, with distinct sagittal stricture.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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