Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

palmate

adjective

/ˈpæl.meɪt/

Definition

Having lobes or leaflets radiating from a single point, resembling the shape of a palm.

Examples

The palmate leaves of the maple tree are a distinguishing feature.
In the garden, I noticed several palmate ferns thriving in the shaded area.
The artist depicted a palmate shape in her sculpture, drawing inspiration from nature.

Meaning

The term palmate is used in botany to describe leaves that have several lobes or leaflets that spread out from a central point, similar to the shape of a human hand.