Stipule

[stipju:l]

解释:

(noun.) a small leafy outgrowth at the base of a leaf or its stalk; usually occurring in pairs and soon shed.

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解释:

(n.) An appendage at the base of petioles or leaves, usually somewhat resembling a small leaf in texture and appearance.

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解释:

n. (bot.) an appendage or lobe at the base of certain leaves resembling a small leaf: also a small appendage at the base of petioles usually softer than the latter—also Stip′ūla.—adjs. Stip′ular Stip′ūlary; Stip′ūlate Stip′ūled.

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