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pinnate

/ˈpɪneɪt/ adjective · British & US
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What does pinnate mean?

adjective

Having a leaf or feather that is divided into leaflets or branches, resembling a feather; resembling a feather in shape or structure.

Example

"The pinnate leaves of the palm tree were a striking feature of the tropical landscape."

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