/straɪɪleɪt/ (stree-uh-leyt)

Definitions

1. verb

to mark or have a striped or streaked appearance, especially with fine lines or dots

“The striolate pattern on the butterfly’s wings is a characteristic of its species.”

2. verb (archaic or poetic)

to strip or strip off, especially to remove the outer layer of something

“The striolate the bark from the tree, revealing the smooth trunk underneath.”

3. noun

a striolated or striped appearance, especially with fine lines or dots

“The striolate of the rock formation made it look like a natural art installation.”