adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Of a leaf or similar part: coiled on itself from the apex toward the base. not-comparable
2. 2
   Round or ring-shaped, particularly with distinct margins forming some sort of motive; annular. not-comparable

Adjective

1. 1
   shaped like a ring wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

circinalannularannulateannulatedcircularcoronary

Etymology

From Latin circinatus, past participle of circinō (“to make round”).

Related phrases

circinate vernation

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