adnate meaning

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adnate (adjective): of unlike parts or organs; growing closely attached.

Definition of adnate

  1. of unlike parts or organs; growing closely attached
    • a calyx adnate to the ovary

    Opposite: connate

Scrabble score: 7 (letter breakdown)

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