Acuminate (Adjective)
Meaning
(of a leaf shape) narrowing to a slender point.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The acuminate leaves of the oak tree were a distinctive feature of its species.
- The botanist carefully examined the acuminate shape of the leaf to determine its classification.
- The acuminate tips of the leaves were a key characteristic of the plant's unique morphology.
- The leaf's acuminate shape allowed it to efficiently shed water and resist disease.
- The acuminate leaves of the maple tree were a striking contrast to the rounded leaves of the nearby shrubs.