apiculate

[ uh-pik-yuh-lit, -leyt ]

adjective

, Botany.

1. tipped with a short, abrupt point, as a leaf.

apiculate

/ əˈpɪkjʊlɪt; -ˌleɪt /

adjective

1. (of leaves) ending in a short sharp point

Word History and Origins

Origin of apiculate¹

From the New Latin word apiculātus, dating back to 1820–30. See apiculus, -ate ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of apiculate¹

C19: from New Latin apiculātus, from apiculus a short point, from apex

Example Sentences

The third glume is slightly longer than the second, oblong-ovate, apiculate, 5-nerved and paleate; palea 1/8 inch obtuse.

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The spores (fig. 28 a) are oval, with a little point at one end (apiculate).

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The distal end is usually acute, but may be somewhat apiculate.

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The distal end is usually apiculate or obtuse; rarely acute.

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