Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

operculated

Adjective

/ˌəʊ.pəˈkjuː.leɪ.tɪd/

Definition

Having a covering or lid.

Examples

Operculated snails have a hard shell that covers their body.
The operculated structure of certain flowers helps to protect their reproductive parts.

Meaning

The term operculated is used to describe something that is covered or enclosed with a lid or a similar structure. It is commonly used in biological contexts, particularly when referring to structures that can be opened or closed, resembling the action of a lid.