decumbent

• Se dice de una planta o tallo que yace sobre el suelo pero con el extremo o ápice curvado hacia arriba.

Describes a plant or stem that lies flat on the ground but has a tip that curves upward.

1. Lying down or recliningC2formal

   In a resting or reclining position, typically lying flat or leaning back.

   postrado o reclinado

   • The weary traveler was found decumbent on the grassy bank.
   • She remained decumbent on the sofa, reading her book.
   • The patient was advised to stay decumbent to relieve back pain.

   Sinónimosflathorizontallyingproneprostraterecliningrecumbentsupine

   Antónimoserectraisedstandinguprightvertical