adjective
- having small, nipple-like projections or bumps
Usage: technical; biology
Examples
- The papillate surface of the leaf felt rough to the touch.
- Under the microscope, the papillate tissue showed numerous tiny projections.
- The botanist noted the papillate texture of the plant’s stem.
- Papillate structures help increase the surface area for absorption.
- The papillate appearance distinguished this species from its smooth relatives.