leptocaul
English
Etymology
lepto- (“thin”) + Ancient Greek καυλός (kaulós, “stem”).
Pronunciation
- (General American) IPA(key): /ˈlɛptoʊkɔl/
- (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈlɛptəʊkɔːl/
Noun
leptocaul (plural leptocauls)
- A tree with a relatively slender primary stem and many branches.
- Antonym: pachycaul
Derived terms
- leptocaulous
- leptocauly
Adjective
leptocaul (not comparable)
- Of or relating to such plants; leptocaulous.
- Antonym: pachycaul