Terete

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Having a smooth circular cross-section; cylindrical, commonly more or less tapering.
Adjective
  1. 1
    especially of plant parts; cylindrical and tapering wordnet

Etymology

From Latin teres (“rounded (cylindrical)”).

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