ppl. a. [f. L. āreola + -ATE2.] Marked by areolæ; divided into small distinct spaces by intersecting lines.

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1847.  Lindley, Elem. Bot., Gloss., The skin of a plant is areolate.

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1852.  Dana, Crust., I. 33. Cancridæ, having an areolate carapax.

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