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emersed

Syllabification: (e·mersed)
Pronunciation: /iˈmərst/
Definition of emersed

adjective

Botany
  • denoting or characteristic of an aquatic plant reaching above the surface of the water. Contrasted with submersed (see submerse).

Origin:

late 17th century: from Latin emersus 'arisen', past participle of emergere (see emerge)

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