adaxial
adaxial (towards the axis)
Word details
- German meaning
- Auf der Achse liegend oder ihr zugewandt, besonders in der Botanik.
- English meaning
- adaxial
- Synonym
- achszugewandt
- German example
- Die adaxiale Seite des Blattes ist oft glatter.
- English example
- The adaxial side of the leaf is often smoother.
Related words
- abaxial
Abaxial
Example sentences with “adaxial”
Die Drüsen befinden sich auf der adaxialen Seite des Blattes. (The glands are located on the adaxial side of the leaf.)
Frequently asked questions
Is adaxial a common German word?
It is a scientific/botanical term, not used in daily conversation. It follows standard adjective declension.