1. having a lattice-like or cross-hatched structure; marked with crossing lines or bars
Usage: biology, botany

1. to mark or form with a lattice pattern; to cross or intersect in a lattice-like manner
Usage: formal, technical

Examples

• The leaf surface was cancellate, with fine veins creating a delicate network.
• Under the microscope, the cancellate pattern of the bone structure became visible.
• The artist chose to cancellate the background with fine lines to create texture.
• Cancellate markings on the shell helped scientists identify the species.
• The architect designed a cancellate ceiling that allowed light to filter through in geometric patterns.