Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

malac

Adjective
/ˈmeɪlæk/
Definition
A prefix or root derived from the Greek word ‘malakos’, meaning soft.
Examples
  • The malac shell of the mollusk was very delicate and fragile.
  • In biology, malacology is the study of soft-bodied animals.
Meaning
Relating to something that is soft or has a soft texture.
Synonyms
  • Soft
  • Flexible
  • Delicate