Pectinate

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈpÉ›ktÉ™neɪt/

Full definition of pectinate

Adjective

1. Resembling a comb.
2. Having segments which are greatly lengthened to one side.The moth's antennae were pectinate in shape, set with long teeth along one edge only.
3. (mycology) striate

Noun

1. (chemistry) An ester or salt formed of pectinic acid.

Related terms

• pecten
• pectinal
• pectinatella
• pectination
• pectinibranchiate
• pectiniform