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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

abscisic

/æbˈsɪsɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does abscisic mean?

noun

A plant hormone that promotes abscission, the process of leaf or flower drop. It is also involved in stomatal closure and stress responses.

Example

"The abscisic acid levels in the plant increased significantly after the drought, causing the leaves to drop."

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