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precursor tip

noun

Etymology

Calque of German Vorläuferspitze, from Vorläufer (“forerunner, precursor”) + Spitze (“cusp,tip”).

  1. derived from Vorläuferspitze

Definitions

  1. The reduced upper leaf zone found on many monocotyledons that usually takes the form of a…

    The reduced upper leaf zone found on many monocotyledons that usually takes the form of a cylindrical extension at the apex of the leaf.

  2. Any thickened or glandular leaf tip that is distinguishable from the rest of the lamina's…

    Any thickened or glandular leaf tip that is distinguishable from the rest of the lamina's surface.

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