lanuginose Meaning, Definition & Usage

La*nu"gi*nose`, La*nu"gi*nous adjective (Also<

• Lanuginose
• Lanuginous

)

Etymology

L. lanuginosus, fr. lanugo, -ginis, woolly substance, down, fr. lana wool: cf. F. lanugineux.

Definitions

1. Covered with down, or fine soft hair; downy.