Porrection
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɔˈɹɛkʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Porrection is a noun meaning (archaic) The act of stretching forth, or holding forward, as if offering.
Meaning
(archaic) The act of stretching forth, or holding forward, as if offering.
Example Sentences
The two flaps on the free end of the underlip clasp little clusters of pollen grains between them and grind them behind by quick alternate porrections and retractions
Word Forms
- porrections
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stretch, stretching, reach, production, protraction, extension.
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