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Term: Bracteal

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Relating to or resembling a bract, a specialized leaf or scalelike structure typically found just below a flower or inflorescence.

• Sample Sentence: The bracteal leaves surrounding the vibrant hibiscus flowers added an attractive touch to the garden.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A small specialized leaf or scalelike structure, often associated with a flower or inflorescence.

• Sample Sentence: The bracteals of the pinecone protected the developing seeds.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1: In a manner related to or resembling bracts.

• Sample Sentence: The flowers bloomed bracteally, displaying their vibrant colors amidst the surrounding green foliage.

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