radiata

/rɑːdiˈɑːtə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of grass, especially the grassy leaves of the bristlecone pine tree.

“The radiata pine is native to the Mediterranean region.”

2. noun

A radiate, especially in the context of a type of starfish that have arms radiating from a central disk.

“The radiata starfish was found on the beach after the storm.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characterized by radiating or spreading outwards.

“The radiata pattern was observed in the design of the new building.”

Synonyms

  • radiating
  • spreading

Antonyms

  • concentrating
  • contracting