leptocaul

English edit

Etymology edit

lepto- (“thin”) +‎ Ancient Greek καυλός (kaulós, “stem”).

Pronunciation edit

(General American) IPA^(key): /ˈlɛptoʊkɔl/
(Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˈlɛptəʊkɔːl/

Noun edit

leptocaul (plural leptocauls)

A tree with a relatively slender primary stem and many branches.
Antonym: pachycaul

Derived terms edit

Adjective edit

leptocaul (not comparable)

Of or relating to such plants; leptocaulous.
Antonym: pachycaul

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