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auxin

 

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Noun auxin has 1 sense
  1. auxin - a plant hormone that promotes root formation and bud growth
    --1 is a kind of
    phytohormone, plant hormone, growth regulator
    --1 has particulars: indoleacetic acid, IAA; indolebutyric acid

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Auxin

Description:

Auxin is a class of plant hormones that regulates growth and development in plants. It plays a crucial role in various processes such as cell elongation, root formation, apical dominance, fruit growth, and tropisms.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A plant hormone responsible for controlling growth and development in plants.

2. Any synthetic substance similar to the natural auxins, used in agricultural practices and horticulture for various purposes such as promoting rooting or preventing excessive growth.

Sample Sentences:

1. The auxin hormone is essential for the elongation of plant cells.

2. Gardeners often use synthetic auxins to encourage the rooting of cuttings.

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