terete

• Adjectif décrivant une forme longue, fine et cylindrique, utilisé notamment en botanique ou en zoologie.

An adjective describing a long, slender, and cylindrical shape, typically used in botany or zoology.

1. Cylindrical and taperingC2formalscientific

   Describes a plant part that is long, round in cross-section, and gradually narrows toward the tip.

   terète

   • The cactus has terete stems that store water efficiently.
   • Botanists noted the terete shape of the leaves in the specimen.
   • The plant's terete branches are adapted to dry climates.