adjective
- resembling a plate in shape; flat, thin, and broad
Examples
- The fungus had platelike structures growing from the tree trunk.
- Scientists observed platelike crystals forming in the solution.
- The fish’s platelike scales provided excellent protection.
- Platelike leaves covered the forest floor after the storm.
- The mineral specimen displayed platelike formations.
- Platelike segments of ice floated on the lake’s surface.