cambial

/kæmˈbiəl/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or characteristic of the cambium, a layer of tissue in plants responsible for growth

“The cambial layer in trees is responsible for secondary growth.”

2. adjective

of or relating to the cambium

“Cambial cells in the plant’s stem are responsible for its growth.”

Synonyms

  • cambium
  • phloem

Antonyms

  • abscission
  • senescence