About The Word Chorisis
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Chorisis
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What's The Definition Of Chorisis?Synonyms | Synonyms for Chorisis: Related Terms | Find terms related to Chorisis: See Also | Chorisis In Webster's Dictionary \Cho"ri*sis\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ? separation.] (Bot.)
The separation of a leaf or floral organ into two more parts.
Note: In collateral chorisis the parts are side by side. --
In parallel or median chorisis they are one in front of
another.
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