abscission — the natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically dead leaves and ripe fruit
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically dead leaves and ripe fruit
Pronunciation (IPA): /æbˈsɪʒən/
Korean meaning: 식물의 일부(특히 죽은 잎이나 익은 과일)가 자연스럽게 떨어지는 과정
Korean pronunciation: 앱**시**젼
Example Sentences
- The scientist studied why some houseplants undergo sudden abscission when their owners go on vacation.
- Fruit abscission timing is crucial for commercial apple orchards.
- The tree's abscission was so dramatic that the yard looked like a botanical crime scene.
abscission
NOUN//æbˈsɪʒən//
the natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically dead leaves and ripe fruit
a gentle breeze causes several yellow leaves to naturally separate from their branch connections. The leaves drift downward in a graceful pattern while a ripe red apple also detaches from its stem. At the exact moment of separation, a thin layer of cells at the base of each leaf stem breaks away cleanly. A farmer below reaches up to catch the falling apple while scattered leaves accumulate on the ground. Other fruits and leaves remain firmly attached to show the selective nature of this process. the natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically dead leaves and ripe fruit
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Origin
From Latin 'abscindere' meaning 'to cut off' or 'to tear away'. This term describes the natural process by which plants shed leaves, fruit, or other parts.
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“The scientist studied why some houseplants undergo sudden abscission when their owners go on vacation.”
“Fruit abscission timing is crucial for commercial apple orchards.”
“The tree's abscission was so dramatic that the yard looked like a botanical crime scene.”
“Environmental stress can trigger premature abscission in many plant species.”
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