Geniculated

/dʒɪˈnɪkjʊleɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having been formed with or possessing a sharp knee-like bend or angle; constructed with articulated joints.

Etymology

From 'geniculate' plus past participle suffix '-ed,' indicating a state or condition. This emphasizes that something has been shaped into or exhibits geniculate characteristics.

Kelly Says

When biologists describe a 'geniculated' antenna or leaf, they're saying it's been shaped like a knee—nature keeps building bent structures over and over, and we have this special word just for that kind of bend!

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