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Squama (Noun)

Meaning

A protective structure resembling a scale.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The butterfly's delicate squama protected it from the elements.
  • A squama covered the surface of the reptile, providing insulation and defense.
  • The insect's fragile squama glistened in the sunlight, a testament to its intricate design.
  • Geologists discovered ancient fossils with squama-like patterns embedded in the rock.
  • Birds develop squama from a combination of skin, protein, and minerals, greatly enhancing their protective abilities.

Hyponyms

  • Calypter
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