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papescent

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • rhymes with -ɛsənt

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adj

Meaning 1

Containing, producing, or resembling pap.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic

Examples

  • papescent defecation
  • papescent feces
  • papescent stool

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From pap + -escent.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: puuromainen — porridge-like
  • German: breiig — porridge-like