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basiscopic

|ba-sis-cop-ic|

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/ˌbeɪsɪˈskoʊpɪk/

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/ˌbeɪsɪˈskəʊpɪk/

oriented towards the base

Etymology
Etymology Information

'basiscopic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'basis,' meaning 'base,' and 'skopein,' meaning 'to look or examine.'

Historical Evolution

'basiscopic' was derived from the Greek word 'basis' and 'skopein,' and eventually became the modern English word 'basiscopic.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'looking towards the base,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

facing or directed towards the base, especially in reference to the orientation of leaves or other plant parts.

The basiscopic side of the leaf is broader than the acroscopic side.

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Last updated: 2025/05/05 05:15