Definitions

Carinate

• Conchostracan valve bearing rib(s), chiefly applicable to Leaiidae. [Moore and McCormick, 1969]
• Having a carina, keeled. [Butler, T. H.]
• Valve bearing rib(s). [McLaughlin, 1980]
• Having one or more carinae or acute ridges. [Kensley and Schotte, 1989]

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