tubicinate

/tjuːbɪˈneɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to have or form a tube-shaped structure, especially on the lips or nostrils

“The singer’s tubicinate lips helped produce a unique sound.”

2. adjective

relating to or having a tube-shaped structure

“The tubicinate nostrils were a distinctive feature of the ancient mask.”

Synonyms

  • flared
  • tube-like
  • tubular

Antonyms

  • flat
  • smooth