Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Placoid.
Placoid - as an adjective satellite
Placoid - as a noun
Such a scale
Any fish having placoid scales, such as the sharks
Placoid - as an adjective
Platelike; having irregular, platelike, bony scales, often bearing spines; pertaining to the placoid fish
Example Sentences
"The placoid scales on a shark help reduce drag in the water."
"The placoid scales are unique to cartilaginous fishes."
"It is believed that placoid scales evolved from primitive dermal denticles."
"The placoid scale pattern can be used to identify different species of sharks."
"The placoid scales provide protection to a shark's body."
Word Game Points
Is PLACOID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, placoid is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLACOID has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is PLACOID a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, placoid is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLACOID has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is PLACOID a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, placoid is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPLACOID has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
