leptocaul

English

Etymology

lepto- (“thin”) +‎ Ancient Greek καυλός (kaulós, “stem”).

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈlɛptoʊkɔl/
• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˈlɛptəʊkɔːl/

Noun

leptocaul (plural leptocauls)

1. A tree with a relatively slender primary stem and many branches.

   Antonym: pachycaul

Derived terms

• leptocaulous
• leptocauly

 

Adjective

leptocaul (not comparable)

1. Of or relating to such plants; leptocaulous.

   Antonym: pachycaul