Definition

Describing something that is turned upside down or inverted in position, often used in biology to refer to certain flowers or structures.

Example

The resupinate flowers of the orchid species are fascinating to observe.

Conversation

Did you notice how the flowers in that garden look resupinate?

Yeah, it's interesting how they seem to be turned upside down.

I wonder if it helps them attract more pollinators.

It probably does! Nature has some clever designs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resupinate → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "supinare" (from Latin, meaning to bend back or turn back). The word "resupinate" means to bend back again, often used in botanical contexts to describe leaves or flowers that turn upwards.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'bent back again' — 're-' means again, and 'supinare' means to bend back.

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