Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
punctate
Adjective
/ˈpʌŋkˌteɪt/
Definition
Punctate refers to something that has small dots or marks, or something that is punctured with tiny holes.
Examples
- The leaves of the plant had a punctate pattern, dotted with tiny dark spots.
- The artist created a punctate effect in the painting using small brush strokes.
- Under the microscope, the cell walls appeared punctate, revealing numerous tiny openings.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe surfaces or textures that exhibit a pattern of small points or speckles.
Synonyms
- spotted
- dotted
- marked
- pockmarked
