lineolate

adjective

lin·​eo·​late

ˈlinēəˌlāt

variants or lineolated

-ātə̇d

: marked with fine lines

a lineolate parrakeet

Word History

Etymology

lineolate from New Latin lineolatus, from Latin lineola small line (diminutive of linea line) + -atus -ate; lineolated from New Latin lineolatus + English -ed (cord)

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now