punctate

(puŋk′tāt′)

adjective

marked with dots or tiny spots, as certain plants and animals

Origin: ModL punctatus < L punctum, a point

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adjective

Having tiny spots, points, or depressions.

Origin:

Origin: From Latin pūnctum, prick mark

Origin: , from neuter past participle of pungere, to prick; see punctuate

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