Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scopate
Adjective
/ˈskoʊ.peɪt/
Definition
Having a brush-like or broom-like structure.
Examples
- The scopate structures of certain flowers help in the effective transfer of pollen.
- In some species, the scopate hairs on the leaves enhance their ability to trap moisture.
Meaning
Typically used to describe a part of a plant or an anatomy that resembles a brush or broom, often relating to the dispersal of pollen or seeds.
Synonyms
- Brush-like
- Broom-like
- Fibrillose
