striated — having stripes or bands; marked with parallel lines or grooves
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having stripes or bands; marked with parallel lines or grooves
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstraɪeɪtɪd/
Korean meaning: 줄무늬가 있는, 띠 모양의; 평행한 선이나 홈으로 표시된
Korean pronunciation: 스**트라**이에이티드
Example Sentences
- The geology professor pointed out the beautifully striated cliff face that told the story of millions of years.
- My gym trainer explained that striated muscles are why bodybuilders look so defined when flexing.
- The cat's striated fur pattern made it look like it was wearing a fancy striped sweater.
striated
ADJECTIVE//ˈstraɪeɪtɪd//
having stripes or bands; marked with parallel lines or grooves
a geologist points excitedly at a large rock wall covered in distinct horizontal bands of different colored stone layers. She holds a magnifying glass up to examine the perfectly parallel lines running across the surface. The rock formation shows clear alternating stripes of light and dark sedimentary layers that formed over millions of years. Each band runs in perfect parallel lines across the entire visible rock face, creating a natural striped pattern. Her research partner takes notes while observing the remarkable banded formation. rock that is striated with parallel lines and bands running across its surface
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Origin
From Latin 'striatus', the past participle of 'striare' meaning 'to groove or mark with lines'. The root 'stria' meant 'furrow' or 'channel', like the decorative grooves carved into ancient Roman columns.
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“The geology professor pointed out the beautifully striated cliff face that told the story of millions of years.”
“My gym trainer explained that striated muscles are why bodybuilders look so defined when flexing.”
“The cat's striated fur pattern made it look like it was wearing a fancy striped sweater.”
“The forensic scientist examined the striated marks on the bullet to match it with the gun.”
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