orbiculate
IPA: ˈɔrbɪkjʌɫeɪt
noun
- That which is orbiculate, especially a solid whose vertical section is oval and whose horizontal section is circular.
adjective
- spherical or circular; orbicular
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Examples of "orbiculate" in Sentences
- The pitcher lid or operculum is approximately orbiculate in shape.
- The pitcher lid or operculum is sub orbiculate and has no appendages.
- Leaves may be ovate, lanceolate, or orbiculate, and very variable in size.
- The lid is orbiculate and covered with numerous glands on the lower surface.
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