squamy

/ˈskwɑmi/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or covered with scales or squamae

“The squamy skin of the fish made it difficult to grip.”

2. adjective

covered with squamae or scales, especially on the surface of the body

“The doctor examined the squamy lesions on her patient’s skin.”

Synonyms

  • scaled
  • squamate
  • squamose

Antonyms

  • hairless
  • smooth