labiate

/ˈlæbiˌeɪt, ˈlæbiˌeɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having lips or a labium; applied to flowers that have petals fused into a lip-like shape.

“The labiate flowers were a striking feature of the garden.”

2. noun

A family of flowering plants that includes mint, thyme, and oregano.

“The labiate family is a diverse group of plants with over 20,000 species.”

Synonyms

  • labial
  • lipped

Antonyms

  • simple
  • unfused