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Synonyms for Scaly (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (rough to the touch; covered with scales or scurf):
scabrous, scurfy, lepidote, leprose

WordNet sense 2 (having or caused by an irregular surface):
rough, unsmooth

WordNet sense 3 (having the body covered or partially covered with thin horny plates, as some fish and reptiles):
scaled, scaley

WordNet sense 4 (used of animals; provided with protective covering):
armored, armoured


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