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bracteal

/bræk.tɪl/ adjective · British & US
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What does bracteal mean?

adjective

Relating to or resembling a bract; having a leaf-like structure. In botany, a bracteal leaf is a modified leaf that resembles a bract.

Example

"The bracteal leaves of the plant added a delicate touch to the garden."

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