What is another word for papillose?

Pronunciation: [pˈapɪlˌə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Papillose is an adjective that relates to something that is covered in bumps or protuberances, resembling small warts or pimples. Some synonyms for papillose include tuberculate, acneiform, verrucose, and warty. The term papillate is also commonly used to refer to objects or surfaces that have small projections or bumps. In scientific contexts, papillose may be used more specifically to describe the surface of plant leaves or animal tissues. Other related terms include pilose, which refers to something covered in soft, hair-like projections, and rugose, which describes a surface that is wrinkled or furrowed. Overall, papillose is a useful word for describing a variety of surfaces and textures in detail.

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What are the hypernyms for Papillose?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Papillose

Pistillate flowers, two to eight, produced on a terminal peduncle, calyx four-parted, petals none, styles two to four, short, papillose.
"The Pecan and its Culture"
H. Harold Hume
He has shown that in certain papillose and bristle-like contrivances, plants possess such sense-organs; and moreover that these contrivances show a remarkable similarity to corresponding sense-organs in animals.
"Darwin and Modern Science"
A.C. Seward and Others

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