sk(y)üˈtelə̇t, ˈsk(y)üd. ə lˌāt adjective
Etymology: probably from (assumed) New Latin scutellatus, from New Latin scutellum + Latin -atus -ate
1.
a. : rather flat with a distinct rim and a rounded to oval outline
a fungus with a scutellate fruiting body
b. : of or resembling a scutellum
2. or scu·tel·lat·ed ˈsk(y)üd. ə lˌād.ə̇d
[ scutellated from (assumed) New Latin scutellat us + English -ed ]
a. : covered with scales, small plates, or scutella
b. : faced with a series of broad usually imbricated plates — used of the tarsus of a bird
3. or scutellated : having a scutellum — used of an insect (as a beetle)