obovate leaf

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Noun obovate leaf has 1 sense

obovate leaf - egg-shaped with the narrower end at the base
--₁ is a kind of simple leaf

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Obovate Leaf

Description:

An obovate leaf is a leaf that is broad and rounded at the top and gradually narrows towards the base, resembling an inverted egg or an oval. It is wider at the apex and tapers towards the petiole or stalk that attaches it to the stem. The shape of an obovate leaf is often display in several plant species.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun: The obovate leaf of the plant allows it to capture an ample amount of sunlight.

2. Adjective: The obovate leaves of the tree create a beautiful canopy overhead.

3. Verb: The gardener carefully obovated the leaves to give the plant a more stylish appearance.

4. Adverb: The leaves are obovately arranged along the stem.