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meristematic

/məˈrɪstəmætɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does meristematic mean?

adjective

Relating to or resembling a meristem; capable of producing new cells or tissues.

Example

"The meristematic tissue in the plant's stem allowed it to grow and develop new leaves."

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