rachis (Meaning)
Wordnet
rachis (n)
axis of a compound leaf or compound inflorescence
the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord
Webster
rachis (n.)
The spine; the vertebral column.
Same as Rhachis.
Synonyms & Antonyms of rachis
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rachis Sentence Examples
- The rachis, the central stalk of a fern frond, supports the leaflets.
- The rachis of the spine serves as a protective sheath for the spinal cord.
- The rachis of the optic nerve connects the eyeball to the brain.
- The bracken fern rachis can grow up to two meters in length.
- The rachis of the stem supports both leaves and flowers.
- The rachis of the panicle is the main axis of the inflorescence.
- The rachis of the palm frond is composed of numerous leaflets.
- The rachis of the vertebrate is made up of a series of vertebrae.
- The rachis of the umbrella provides support for the canopy.
- The rachis of the feather extends from the base of the quill to the tip.
FAQs About the word rachis
axis of a compound leaf or compound inflorescence, the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cordThe spine; the vertebr
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The rachis, the central stalk of a fern frond, supports the leaflets.
The rachis of the spine serves as a protective sheath for the spinal cord.
The rachis of the optic nerve connects the eyeball to the brain.
The bracken fern rachis can grow up to two meters in length.
