decurrent Sentence Examples
- The decurrent leaves of the plant provided it with stability against strong winds.
- In botany, decurrent leaf bases extend down the stem, offering additional support.
- The decurrent growth pattern of the tree's branches allowed it to spread out over a wide area.
- Fungi with decurrent gills have structures that extend down the stem.
- The decurrent nature of the plant's stems enabled it to anchor firmly in the soil.
- The decurrent ridge on the mountain provided a natural pathway for climbers to ascend.
- In mycology, certain mushrooms have a decurrent attachment of their gills to the stem.
- The decurrent spines of the cactus acted as a deterrent against herbivores.
- The decurrent habit of the river resulted in erosion along its banks.
- The decurrent veins of the leaf helped transport nutrients efficiently throughout the plant.
decurrent Meaning
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decurrent (a.)
Extending downward; -- said of a leaf whose base extends downward and forms a wing along the stem.
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Extending downward; -- said of a leaf whose base extends downward and forms a wing along the stem.
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The decurrent leaves of the plant provided it with stability against strong winds.
In botany, decurrent leaf bases extend down the stem, offering additional support.
The decurrent growth pattern of the tree's branches allowed it to spread out over a wide area.
Fungi with decurrent gills have structures that extend down the stem.
