Corticose

/ˈkɔːrtɪkoʊs/ adjective

Definition

Resembling, relating to, or containing a thick cortex or bark-like substance.

Etymology

From 'cortex' plus '-ose' (full of, abounding in). This botanical and anatomical adjective describes structures with prominent cortical features.

Kelly Says

Corticose describes plants with thick, substantial bark—the '-ose' suffix literally means 'full of,' so a corticose tree is basically saying 'this tree is absolutely packed with cortex'!

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