lacteous Meaning & Definition
/ˈlæktiəs/
What Does Lacteous Mean?
As an adjective, lacteous means Milky; resembling milk. It can also mean Lacteal; conveying chyle.
Quick Facts About Lacteous
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈlæktiəs/ |
| Synonyms | lactean and lactescent |
| Comparative / superlative | more lacteous, most lacteous |
Lacteous Definition (Adjective)
- Milky; resembling milk.
- Lacteal; conveying chyle.
lacteous vessels
Synonyms of Lacteous
Lacteous synonyms and antonyms →Lacteous in a Sentence
lacteous vessels
Word Forms & Grammar
lacteous (comparative more lacteous, superlative most lacteous)
Words That Rhyme With Lacteous
Origin of Lacteous
See lacteal.
Questions People Ask About Lacteous
What part of speech is lacteous?
Lacteous is an adjective.
What is another word for lacteous?
Words with a similar meaning to lacteous include lactean and lactescent. See the full list of lacteous synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of lacteous?
The comparative form is more lacteous and the superlative form is most lacteous.