testaceous
testaceous · more testaceous · most testaceous
Having a shell, especially one which is not articulatedHaving a shell, especially one which is not articulated.
/tɛˈsteɪʃəs/
Meaning
3 sensesHaving a shell, especially one which is not articulated.
Of a dull orange or brownish colour, like brick.
(obsolete)Pertaining to earthenware or baked clay.
More definitions
- relating to or possessing a testa or hard shell
Origin
From Latin testāceus.From Latin testāceus.
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Forms
more testaceous, most testaceous| Comparative | more testaceous Lesson |
|---|---|
| Superlative | most testaceous Lesson |
regular
Word family
1 related wordsRelatedtesta
Lessons for this word
2 lessons- A2Comparatives — Because it has a comparative form
- A2Superlatives — Because it has a superlative form