Resembling a comb. / Having segments which are greatly lengthened to one side. / (mycology) striate

(chemistry) An ester or salt formed of pectinic acid.

plural of pectinate

(anatomy, zoology, botany) Having narrow ridges or projections aligned close together like the teeth of a comb.

In a pectinate manner.

(biochemistry) A polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in processed foods, especially jellies and jams where it causes thickening (setting).

plural of pectin

Archaic form of pectin.

plural of pectinal

Of or relating to a comb; resembling a comb.