cladophyll

/ˌklædəˈfɪl/ or /ˌklædəˈfɪl/ (UK) /ˌklædoʊˈfɪl/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

A leaf-like structure found in algae, especially in the class Chlorophyceae.

“The researchers studied the morphology of cladophylls in various algae species.”

Synonyms

  • algal foliage
  • leaf-like structure

Antonyms

  • root-like structure