Definition of Scute

1. Noun. Large bony or horny plate as on an armadillo or turtle or the underside of a snake.

Generic synonyms: Protective Covering
Specialized synonyms: Carapace, Cuticle, Shell, Shield

Definition of Scute

1. n. A small shield.

Definition of Scute

1. a horny plate or scale [n -S]

Medical Definition of Scute

1. 1. A small shield. 2. An old French gold coin of the value of 3s. 4d. Sterling, or about 80 cents. 3. A bony scale of a reptile or fish; a large horny scale on the leg of a bird, or on the belly of a snake. Origin: L. Scutum a shield, a buckler. See Scudo. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Scute

scutal
scutate
scutate
scutch
scutch
scutched
scutcheon
scutcheons
scutcher
scutchers
scutches
scutching
scutch grass
scutch grass
scute (current term)
scute (current term)
scutella
scutella
scutellar
Scutellaria
Scutellaria lateriflora
scutellate
scutellated
scutellated
scutellation
scutelliform
scutelliplantar
scutellum
scutellum
scutes

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