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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

abscission

/æbˈsɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does abscission mean?

noun

The process of shedding or falling off, especially of leaves from a plant. The act of cutting off a part of a plant, such as a branch or a leaf.

Example

"The abscission of the leaves was a natural process that occurred at the end of the growing season."

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