/ɔːˈsɪnɪk/ (aw-SIN-ik)

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or obtained from auxins, which are plant hormones that promote cell elongation and cell division.

“The auxinic properties of the plant growth regulator made it an effective tool for increasing crop yields.”

2. noun

A substance that stimulates the growth of plants by promoting cell elongation and cell division, often used in plant growth regulators.

“The auxinics in the fertilizer helped the plants grow stronger and healthier.”