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Definition of Caducous
1. Adjective. Shed at an early stage of development. "The caducous calyx of a poppy"
Exact synonyms: Shed
Category relationships: Biological Science, Biology
Similar to: Deciduous
Antonyms: Persistent
Category relationships: Biological Science, Biology
Similar to: Deciduous
Antonyms: Persistent
Definition of Caducous
1. Adjective. (biology) Of a part of an organism, disappearing in the normal course of development. ¹
2. Adjective. (botany) Tending to fall early. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Caducous
1. transitory; perishable [adj]
Medical Definition of Caducous
1. Falling off early. (09 Oct 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Caducous
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