Definition

Relating to or situated along the central axis of a structure, especially in botanical terms, such as in the arrangement of ovules in an ovary.

Example

The plant's ovary displayed axile placentation, indicating a specific arrangement of its seeds.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new plant species they discovered?

Yeah, I read it has some really unique features.

One of them is axile placentation in its ovary.

That's fascinating! I wonder how that affects its growth.

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Root Explanation

The word 'axile' comes from the Latin 'axilis' (meaning of or pertaining to an axis), which is derived from 'axis' (meaning axis). The term 'axile' refers to something that is related to or situated around an axis.

Memory Tip

Think of 'axis' as the central line around which something rotates or is organized — that's why 'axile' means related to an axis.

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