puckered

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Puckered leaves in which the area of mesophyll between the venation is increased by rising up in an arched or dome-like manner are sometimes brought about by excessive moisture in a confined space.

From Disease in Plants by Ward, H. Marshall

The Ojibways were known as the "Puckered Moccasin People," from the words meaning "to roast till puckered up."

From Boys' Book of Indian Warriors and Heroic Indian Women by Sabin, Edwin L. (Edwin Legrand)

Presently, glancing back, he saw from Aylward's downcast eyes and Puckered brow that the archer was clouded with trouble.

From Sir Nigel by Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir

Skinned and Puckered and quick to see And nobody guesses how wise we be.

From King of the Khyber Rifles by Mundy, Talbot

Puckered with chills and goose-flesh, the fireside people huddled and sneezed around their respective hearths.

From Molly Make-Believe by Tittle, Walter