Apronlike

/əˈproʊnˌlaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or similar to an apron in shape, function, or appearance.

Etymology

From 'apron' plus '-like' (resembling, similar to). This descriptive suffix allows us to compare things to aprons without them being actual aprons.

Kelly Says

Biologists use 'apronlike' to describe structures in nature that hang down protectively—like the flap of skin under some toads' chins or the shape of certain flower petals that protect the center!

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