Pronunciation: [mˈɔː ɹˈuːɡə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
The word "more rugose" is spelled using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /mɔː(r) ˈruːɡəʊs/. This word means "more wrinkled" or "more ridged". The spelling of "rugose" comes from the Latin word "rugosus", which means "full of wrinkles". The "u" is pronounced like the "oo" in "foot", and the final "e" is pronounced like "eh". The "g" is pronounced hard, like a "j" sound, and the "s" is pronounced like a "z" sound.
The term "more rugose" refers to an increased level of rugosity or roughness on the surface of an object, particularly when compared to another object or a previous state. Rugosity is a measure of the irregularity or roughness in texture, often characterized by the presence of ridges, bumps, or wrinkles.
When describing something as "more rugose," it implies that it possesses a higher degree of roughness compared to a reference point. This can be observed in various contexts, including geology, biology, and material sciences.
In geology, when identifying rock formations or terrains, the term "more rugose" may indicate the presence of extensively folded or faulted layers, resulting in significant roughness on the surface.
In biology, "more rugose" is commonly used to describe certain textured surfaces found in organisms. For example, a more rugose leaf may have increased numbers of veins or pronounced ridges, enhancing its texture compared to a smoother leaf.
In material sciences, the term "more rugose" may be used to illustrate the increasing roughness of a material's surface, often desirable in certain applications such as coatings, adhesives, or grip-enhancing surfaces.
Overall, "more rugose" denotes a heightened level of roughness, irregularity, or texture when comparing one object or surface to another.
The word "more rugose" is a phrase composed of two components: "more" and "rugose".
1. "More" comes from the Old English word "māra", which means "greater" or "larger". It has its origins in Germanic languages and is related to the German word "mehr" and the Dutch word "meer".
2. "Rugose" is derived from the Latin word "rugōsus", which translates as "wrinkled" or "rough". It is derived from the noun "ruga", meaning "wrinkle" or "crease".
Together, "more rugose" can be understood as describing something that is larger or greater in terms of its roughness, texture, or wrinkled appearance.
