Scurf (Noun)
Meaning 1
(botany) a covering that resembles scales or bran that covers some plant parts.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The scurf on the surface of the seedling's leaves protected them from excessive water loss.
- The botanist carefully examined the scurf on the stems of the rare plant species.
- The scurf on the underside of the leaf was a distinguishing characteristic of the plant.
- The scurf on the seed coat helped to prevent moisture from entering the seed.
- The scurf on the twigs of the shrub was a sign of its adaptation to the dry environment.