aciculate vs acuate

aciculate

adj
  • Marked with fine irregular streaks as if scratched by a needle. 

  • Furnished with aciculae. 

  • acicular (needle-shaped) 

acuate

adj
  • Sharpened; sharp-pointed. 

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