Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
squamae
noun
/ˈskwāˌmē/
Definition
Squamae are thin, flat plates or scales that are part of the structure of certain organisms, especially in reference to scales of fish or reptiles.
Examples
- The squamae of the fish shimmered brightly under the water.
- Scientists studied the squamae of various reptiles to understand their evolutionary adaptations.
Meaning
In biological terms, squamae refer to the individual scales that cover the skin of some animals or the thin layers in some tissues.
Synonyms
- Scales
- Plates
- Sheets
