hamulate

/hæmjʊleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to provide with or furnished with a hamulus or hamuli; to arm or equip with hamuli.

“The surgeon hamulated the device with small metal protrusions to improve its grip.”

2. noun

a small hook or projection, especially one used for anchoring or fastening.

“The hamulate feature of the mechanism caught onto the rope, preventing it from slipping.”

Synonyms

  • hook
  • projection

Antonyms

  • plane
  • smooth