supraloral

/sʌprəˈlɔrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated above the level of the orals, such as the supraloral region in a plant.

“The botanist studied the supraloral structures of the rare species.”

2. noun

the supraloral region of a plant or organ.

“The supraloral part of the stem played a crucial role in the plant’s development.”

Synonyms

  • supraoral
  • supraoral region

Antonyms

  • suboral
  • suboral region