abscissions
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/æbˈsɪʒənz/
(abscission)
natural detachment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abscission' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abscissio,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'scindere' meant 'to cut.'
Historical Evolution
'abscissio' transformed into the French word 'abscission,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abscission' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cut away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'natural detachment of plant parts.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically dead leaves and ripe fruit.
The abscission of leaves in autumn is a natural process.
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Last updated: 2025/04/06 23:06