cornuate

/kɔrˈneɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the shape of a horn; horn-shaped

“The cornuate structure of the shell resembled a delicate horn.”

2. verb

To make horn-shaped or to give a horn-like appearance

“The artist cornuately decorated the metal to resemble ancient artifacts.”

3. noun

A horn-like structure, especially in anatomy

“The cornuate process is a distinctive feature of the human skull.”

Synonyms

  • cornuiform
  • horn-like

Antonyms

  • featureless
  • smooth