scandent

/ˈskændɛnt/

Definitions

1. adjective

climbing or growing by twining or clinging

“The scandent vine wrapped itself around the trellis.”

2. noun

a plant that climbs by twining or clinging

“The garden featured several scandent species of morning glory.”

Synonyms

  • climbing
  • twining

Antonyms

  • erect
  • upright