antipleion

/ænˌtɪplɪˈɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A term in botany referring to the leafy part of a plant that is located above the main stem, especially the leafy top of a pine tree.

“The antipleion of the pine tree received plenty of sunlight.”

Synonyms

  • apex
  • top

Antonyms

  • base
  • bottom