Equiradiate

/ˌɛkwɪˈreɪdieɪt/ adjective

Definition

Radiating equally; having rays or parts that extend equally in all directions from a center.

Etymology

From Latin 'equi-' (equal) + 'radiatus' (having rays, from 'radiare' meaning to radiate). Related to 'equiradial', this term emphasizes the action of radiating.

Kelly Says

Starfish are nearly equiradiate with their arms extending equally from their center—but some species have evolved to be asymmetrical for hunting in crevices!

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