Definitions

1. noun

a scale, plate, or scaly plate, especially one forming part of a larger scale or the scaly plate forming part of a fish’s skeleton

“The fossilized squama of the ancient creature provided valuable insights into its anatomy.”

2. noun

a thin layer or plate of something, especially a thin layer of rock

“The geological survey revealed a hidden squama of limestone beneath the surface.”

3. verb

to form or grow scales

“The young fish squama rapidly as it matured.”