heliopore

/hɪliˈɒpɔːr/

Definitions

1. noun

A small opening or pore in the cuticle of a plant through which sunlight enters.

“The scientist studied the heliopores on the leaf to understand photosynthesis.”

2. noun

A small opening or pore, especially in the cuticle of a plant, through which sunlight enters.

“The plant’s heliopores allowed it to thrive in low-light conditions.”

Synonyms

  • light pore
  • solar pore

Antonyms

  • dark pore
  • shaded pore