1. covered with or resembling small scales or scale-like structures
Usage: technical; biology

1. plural of lepidote; organisms or structures that are covered with scales
Usage: technical; biology

Examples

• The lepidotes surface of the fish's skin helped it move smoothly through water.
• Many lepidotes insects have overlapping scales that provide protection.
• The botanist examined the lepidotes leaves under a microscope.
• Lepidotes structures are common in reptiles and some plants.
• The butterfly's wings displayed beautiful lepidotes patterns.