palpiform

/ˈpælpɪfɔːrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or resembling palpable projections or processes.

“The palpiform texture of the coral reef provided a unique habitat for marine life.”

2. noun

A plant or animal with palpiform structures.

“The scientist studied the unique characteristics of the palpiform species found in the rainforest.”

Synonyms

  • projectional
  • protruding

Antonyms

  • depressed
  • recessed