Dehiscent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈhɪsənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Dehiscent is an adjective meaning (medicine) Of or pertaining to dehiscence, i.e., a rupture, as with a surgical wound opening up, often with a flow of serous fluid.
Meaning
(medicine) Of or pertaining to dehiscence, i.e., a rupture, as with a surgical wound opening up, often with a flow of serous fluid.
More Meanings
- (botany) Which dehisces or presents dehiscence.
Example Sentences
a dehiscent fruit
Antonyms for dehiscent
Common opposites include indehiscent.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dissepimental, diapedetic, dissectional, desiccational, diapyetic, exudative.
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