lenticel

Definitions


[ˈlɛntɪsɛl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- one of many raised pores in the stem of a woody plant that allows gas exchange between the atmosphere and the internal tissues


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 19th century: from modern Latin lenticella, diminutive of Latin lens, lent- ‘lentil’




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