Capitated

/ˈkæp.ɪ.teɪ.tɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having a distinct head or head-like structure; bearing a head.

Etymology

From capitate + -ed. The past-participle form used as an adjective to indicate the possession of a head-like feature.

Kelly Says

Modern biology prefers 'capitate' without the -ed, but 'capitated' appears in older texts and some specialized literature. It's an example of how English sometimes has multiple valid forms for the same idea!

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