Definitions
1.AdjectiveComposed of separate particles. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}"particulate air pollution; particulate matter"
2.AdjectivePertaining to heritable characteristics which are attributable discretely to either one or another of an offspring's parents, rather than a blend of the two.
3.NounAny solid or liquid in a subdivided state, especially one that exhibits special characteristics which are negligible in the bulk material."Particulates in engine oil can abrade moving parts."
4.VerbTo reduce to particles, make particulate.
5.VerbSynonym of particularize.