Calcarate
/ˈkæl.kə.reɪt/noun
Having a spur, spur-like projection, or structure resembling a heel or spur.
Did you know?In botany and zoology, a calcarate structure is often a projection used for defense, attachment, or attraction, echoing the weapon-like shape of a spur.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*kelh₂-
“Possibly associated with striking or projecting forms; the deeper reconstruction is debated.”
Classical Latin
Latin
calx
“Heel; also a related Latin base associated with the heel or spur.”
Classical Latin
Latin
calcar
“A spur, especially a pointed instrument worn on the heel to urge a horse.”
Late Latin
Latin
calcaratus
“Provided with a spur or spur-like projection.”
19th Century
English
calcarate
“Having a spur or spur-shaped appendage, chiefly in technical biology.”
Modern English
English
calcarate
“Bearing a spur, projection, or heel-like process.”