adjective
- having small rounded projections or bumps; covered with tubercles
Usage: biology; botany
Examples
- The tuberculate surface of the cactus made it difficult to handle.
- Scientists examined the tuberculate shell of the marine organism.
- The tuberculate roots help the plant absorb more nutrients from the soil.
- Her research focused on tuberculate coral species in tropical waters.
- The tuberculate bark provided excellent grip for climbing animals.
- Microscopic examination revealed the tuberculate structure of the specimen.