1. Somewhat flat or flattened; having a slightly compressed or plane surface.
Usage: botanical and zoological term; rare in general usage

Examples

• The planulate leaves of the plant were adapted to maximize sunlight exposure.
• The insect's planulate body allowed it to squeeze into narrow crevices.
• Botanists noted the planulate structure of the seed pod.
• The fish had a planulate head that helped it navigate through dense vegetation.