Definition

Describing something that is directed forward and upward, particularly in reference to the arrangement of hairs on certain plant stems.

Example

The antrorse hairs on the stem help the plant climb towards the sunlight.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how some plants have antrorse hairs?

Yeah, I saw that in a documentary about plant biology.

It's fascinating how those hairs help them grow upwards.

Definitely! Nature has such clever adaptations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antrorse is formed from "antrorsus" (from Latin, meaning turned forward) and the suffix "-e" (used in adjectives). The word describes something that is turned or directed forward, particularly in reference to plant parts or animal features.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'turned forward' — 'antrorsus' means directed forward, which helps you remember that 'antrorse' describes something oriented in that way.

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