Associations to the word «Costate»

Wiktionary

COSTATE, adjective. Having ribs, or the appearance of ribs.
COSTATE, adjective. (botany) Having one or more longitudinal ribs.

Dictionary definition

COSTATE, adjective. (of the surface) having a rough, riblike texture.
COSTATE, adjective. Having ribs.

Wise words

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