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palmate

UK
/ˈpɑː.meɪt/
US
/ˈpɑl.meɪt/

Translations

palmatenoun
palmates
pl
UK
/ˈpæl.meɪt/
US
/ˈpælˌmeɪt/
palméEmploi substantivé en botanique et en zoologie.
Among the specimens, several palmates showed five distinct lobes radiating from the base.
Parmi les spécimens, plusieurs palmés présentaient cinq lobes distincts rayonnant depuis la base.
palmateadjective
more palmate
Comp.
most palmate
Super.
UK
/ˈpɑː.meɪt/
US
/ˈpɑl.meɪt/
palméEn botanique et en zoologie, se dit d’une forme rappelant une main ouverte, avec des lobes ou des parties rayonnant d’un point commun.
The maple tree is known for its palmate leaves, which resemble the shape of a hand.
L’érable est connu pour ses feuilles palmées, qui ressemblent à une main.
Additional translations
palmiformeTerme plus technique, surtout en description scientifique de structures étalées à partir d’un point commun.
Synonyms
lobed
fan-shaped
hand-shaped

Definitions

palmatenoun
A leaf, antler, or other structure that is palmate in shape.
Among the specimens, several palmates showed five distinct lobes radiating from the base.
palmateadjective
Having a shape similar to an open hand with fingers extended, typically used to describe leaves or other structures that spread out from a central point.
The maple tree is known for its palmate leaves, which resemble the shape of a hand.
Having lobes or segments that radiate from a common point, often used in botany to describe the arrangement of leaflets or veins.
The palmate venation of the leaf allows for efficient nutrient distribution throughout the plant.
Having broad, flattened parts that spread from a common point, especially referring to the antlers of certain deer or the webbed feet of some animals.
The moose's palmate antlers can span well over a metre across.
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