mucronatum
|mu-cro-na-tum|
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/mjuːˈkroʊnətəm/
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/mjuːˈkrəʊnətəm/
sharp-pointed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mucronatum' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'mucronatus,' where 'mucro' meant 'sharp point or edge.'
Historical Evolution
'mucronatus' transformed into the modern English word 'mucronatum' through botanical Latin usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a sharp point,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a sharp point or tip, often used in botanical contexts to describe leaves or other plant parts.
The leaf is mucronatum, ending in a sharp point.
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Last updated: 2025/06/20 20:07