paired-leaved
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C1
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/pɛrd liːvd/
🇬🇧
/peəd liːvd/
leaves in pairs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'paired-leaved' originates from the combination of 'paired,' meaning 'arranged in pairs,' and 'leaved,' referring to the presence of leaves.
Historical Evolution
'Paired-leaved' combines the English words 'paired' and 'leaved' to describe a botanical characteristic.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having leaves in pairs,' and this meaning has remained consistent in botanical contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having leaves arranged in pairs along the stem.
The plant is characterized by its paired-leaved structure.
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Last updated: 2025/06/01 10:39