Definition

Relating to or resembling a flower petal.

Example

The artist used petaline colors to create a soft and delicate painting.

Conversation

I just got some new flowers for the living room.

Oh, nice! Are they the petaline ones you mentioned before?

Yes, they look so beautiful with their petaline shapes.

That sounds lovely! I can’t wait to see them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'petaline' originates from the Latin 'petalum' (meaning petal), which refers to the colorful parts of a flower. The suffix '-ine' (meaning pertaining to or resembling) indicates that something is related to or characteristic of petals. Therefore, 'petaline' describes something that pertains to or resembles petals.

Memory Tip

Think of 'petal' as the colorful part of a flower, and remember that 'petaline' means something that is related to or resembles petals.

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