Tomentum (Noun)
Meaning 1
Filamentous hairlike growth on a plant; "peach fuzz".
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The peach fuzz on the fruit's skin was a sign of its ripeness and readiness to be picked.
- The gentle tomentum on the stem of the peach tree provided a soft, velvety texture to the touch.
- The leaves of the mulberry tree were covered in a thick layer of tomentum, giving them a fuzzy appearance.
- As the flower buds began to open, a fine tomentum emerged, protecting the delicate petals from the elements.
- The dense tomentum on the cactus stem helped to conserve water by reducing transpiration and protecting the plant from extreme temperatures.
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Meaning 2
A network of tiny blood vessels between the cerebral surface of the pia mater and the cerebral cortex.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.