Strigose

//ˈstɹaɪɡəʊs// adj

adj ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Having fine grooves, ridges, or streaks.
  2. 2
    Having stiff hairs, pressed together.

Synonyms

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bandedbarbellatebarredbrindedbrindlebrindled

Etymology

From Latin striga (“row, strip, swath”) + -ose; compare strigosus.

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