sclerocauly

sclerocauly: \\ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌkȯlē\ noun (-es)
Etymology: scler- + caul- + -y

: exceptional development of sclerenchyma in a stem (as of various desert plants) — compare sclerophylly

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sclēˈrocauly noun

(Gr kaulos stem) possession of a hard, dry stem

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Main Entry: ↑sclero-

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sclerocauly — scle·ro·cau·ly … English syllables
sclerophylly — ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌfilē noun ( es) Etymology: scler + phyll + y : exceptional development of sclerenchyma in leaves (as in many desert plants) resulting in thickened hardened foliage resistant to water loss compare sclerocauly * * * /sklear euh fil ee/, n … Useful english dictionary

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