pachycaul

English edit

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pachycaul

Etymology edit

pachy- (“thick”) +‎ Ancient Greek καυλός (kaulós, “stem”).

Pronunciation edit

(General American) IPA^(key): /ˈpækɪkɔl/
(Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˈpækɪkɔːl/

Noun edit

pachycaul (plural pachycauls)

Any of several primitive tropical trees that have a thick stem and few or no branches.
Antonym: leptocaul

Derived terms edit

Adjective edit

pachycaul (not comparable)

Of or relating to such plants; pachycaulous.
Antonym: leptocaul

References edit

OED Online (2005).
Gordon Rowley, Caudiciform and Pachycaul Succulents, →ISBN.

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