Foveolated

/ˈfoʊviːoʊleɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having been marked with or formed into foveolae; displaying a pitted, dimpled, or indented surface pattern.

Etymology

Past participle form of 'foveolate' (or created from 'foveola' with the suffix '-ated'), used interchangeably with 'foveolate' in technical literature.

Kelly Says

Some botanists prefer 'foveolated' while others say 'foveolate,' which creates fun moments in scientific reviews where editors suggest changes that mean exactly the same thing.

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