Definitions

1. noun

A leaf that develops from the axil of a bud on a plant, particularly one that grows in place of the true leaf.

“The gardener carefully removed the damaged flagleaf to prevent further disease spread.”

2. noun

A leaf that is larger or more prominent than the others on a plant, often located at the top of the stem.

“The flagleaf on the wheat plant was already starting to turn golden in the early autumn.”

3. verb

To produce a flagleaf, especially on a plant.

“Some varieties of wheat are known to flagleaf early in the season due to the changing weather conditions.”