runcinate

adj — 2 senses

adj

Etymology From Latin runcinatus, from runcinare (“to plane off”).

Biology, Botany, Natural sciences Of leaves Having tooth-like projections pointing away from the apex.

Biology, Botany, Natural sciences Of leaves Having a lacerated aspect with the projection pointing away from the apex, like dandelion leaves.

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