enodation

/ˌɛnəˈdeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a swelling or bulge in a plant stem, often caused by a bud or a node

“The gardener noticed a significant enodation on the branch of the young tree, indicating new growth.”

Synonyms

  • bulge
  • swelling

Antonyms

  • concavity
  • indentation