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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

papillate

/pəˈpɪleɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does papillate mean?

verb

To form or be covered with papillae; to have a papillary surface. In botany, to have a surface covered with small, finger-like projections.

Example

"The tongue papillate after eating a spicy meal."

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