'Peltate' definitions:

Definition of 'peltate'

(from WordNet)
adjective
(of a leaf shape) round, with the stem attached near the center of the lower surface rather than the margin (as a nasturtium leaf for example) [syn: peltate, shield- shaped]

Definition of 'Peltate'

From: GCIDE
  • Peltate \Pel"tate\, Peltated \Pel"ta*ted\, a. [Cf. F. pelt['e]. See Pelta.] Shield-shaped; scutiform; (Bot.) having the stem or support attached to the lower surface, instead of at the base or margin; -- said of a leaf or other organ. -- {Pel"tate*ly}, adv. [1913 Webster]

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