1. having nodules; characterized by the presence of small rounded lumps or knots
Usage: technical/scientific; often used in biology and geology

Examples

• The nodulated roots of legume plants contain nitrogen-fixing bacteria.
• The geologist examined the nodulated limestone sample under magnification.
• Nodulated surfaces on the meteorite suggested a complex formation history.
• The nodulated texture of the coral made it easy to identify the species.
• Farmers benefit from nodulated root systems that improve soil nitrogen content.