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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A strap-shaped structure.
2. 2
   (botany) any appendage to a plant that is shaped like a strap wordnet
3. 3
   A portion of a leaf found at the base of the petiole, when present.
4. 4
   In many grasses (Poaceae) and some sedges (Cyperaceae), the membranous appendage or ring of hairs projecting from the inner side of a leaf at the junction between the blade and the sheath.

Synonyms

All synonyms

adhesive tapebandbandagebattenbeltblade

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin ligula.

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