pulvinate Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pul"vi*nate, Pul"vi*na`ted adjective (Also<

• Pulvinate
• Pulvinated

)

Etymology

L. pulvinatus, fr. pulvinus a cushion, an elevation.

Definitions

1. (Arch.) Curved convexly or swelled; as, a pulvinated frieze. Brande & C.
2. (Zoöl.) Having the form of a cushion.