Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lobate
Adjective
/ˈloʊ.beɪt/
Definition
Having lobes or lobular parts.
Examples
- The lobate leaves of the plant make it easily identifiable.
- This species of sea turtle has a lobate shell.
- The lobate margin of the structure enhances its aesthetic appeal.
Meaning
The term ‘lobate’ refers to something that has protruding parts or lobes, typically used to describe certain shapes or structures in biology or anatomy.
Synonyms
- lobed
- notched
- divided
