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fasciated


Definition of fasciated

adjective

Botany
  • showing abnormal fusion of parts or organs, resulting in a flattened ribbon-like structure.

Derivatives

fasciation

Pronunciation: /-ˈeɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

Origin:

mid 18th century (in the sense 'banded'): from Latin fasciatus (past participle of fasciare 'swathe', from fascia 'band') + -ed1

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