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ochrea

Pronunciation: /ˈɒkrɪə/

Definition of ochrea

noun (plural ochreas or ochreae /ˈɒkrɪiː/)

Botany
  • a dry sheath round a stem formed by the cohesion of two or more stipules, characteristic of the dock family.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin, literally 'protective legging'

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