hypsophyll

/ˌhɪpsəˈfɪl/ or /ˈhɪpsəfɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A leaf or bract of a flower or plant that is borne on a long stalk.

“The hypsophylls of the orchid added a delicate touch to the garden.”

Synonyms

  • bract
  • leaf
  • peduncle

Antonyms

  • petal
  • stamen