adj ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Of or relating to a nodule or nodules.
2. 2
   Possessing, composed of, or similar in form to nodules.

   "Loose nodular deposits of gold metal are commonly referred to as nuggets."

Adjective

1. 1
   having nodules or occurring in the form of nodules wordnet
2. 2
   relating to or characterized by or having nodules wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

nodulatedburledgnarledgnarlyknobbedknobbly

Example

More examples

"Loose nodular deposits of gold metal are commonly referred to as nuggets."

Etymology

From nodule + -ar.

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