squamy
adjective as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:The fish had a squamy scale covering its body, which provided resistance to water flow.
Definition:A flat, thin plate or plate-like structure, especially one of the protective plates covering the skin of a fish or other animal.
From scale
Example:The snake's squamous skin was dry and easily shed.
Definition:The outer layer of an animal or plant, covering the body and providing protection and structure.
From skin
Example:The squamous surface of the rock was dotted with countless small cracks.
Definition:The outside or top layer of something.
From surface
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