Definition

Describing a process or growth that involves covering or growing over something, often used in biological contexts.

Example

The epibolic movement of cells is crucial during the early stages of embryonic development.

Conversation

I read that some plants have epibolic growth patterns.

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means they grow over each other, like a layer of leaves.

That’s interesting! I didn’t know plants could grow that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epibolic → It is formed from "epi-" (meaning upon or over) and "ballein" (meaning to throw). The word "epibolic" refers to a process that involves throwing or placing something upon or over another.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'thrown over' ('epi-') something else — that's why epibolic relates to placing or covering.

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