suberose

Definitions


[], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- Of leaves, petals, etc.: somewhat erose; having the margin slightly denticulate, as if bitten. Also (of a plant): having leaves of this type.


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Origin:
early 19th century; earliest use found in John Mason Good (1764–1827), physician and surgeon. From sub- + erose, after scientific Latin suberosus


[], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- Having the appearance of cork; corky in form or texture.


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Origin:
early 19th century. From suber + -ose, after scientific Latin suberosus, specific use of post-classical Latin suberosus




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