What does thigmotropism mean?
noun
A growth movement or response in plants towards or away from a mechanical stimulus, such as contact with a solid object. This is often seen in climbing plants that twine around a support.
Example
"The thigmotropism of the vine allowed it to wrap itself around the trellis, supporting its own weight."
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