Having a surface or structure marked with small pits, cavities, or cell-like indentations, like a honeycomb.
From Latin alveolatus, from alveolus (small cavity). The -ate suffix indicates a state or condition of having these features.
Many insects and plants have alveolate surfaces that aren't just for looks—those tiny pits can trap moisture, reduce weight, or provide camouflage by breaking up their outline to predators.
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