Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carnose
Adjective
ˈkär-ˌnōs
Definition
Fleshy or having a meat-like texture.
Examples
- The carnose leaves of the succulent plant store water efficiently.
- Some forms of seaweed have a carnose appearance, resembling fleshy vegetation.
Meaning
The term ‘carnose’ refers to something that is fleshy, often used to describe plants or animal parts with a thick, fleshy consistency.
Synonyms
- Fleshy
- Meaty
- Succulent
- Soft
