Definition

Describing something that is related to or has the characteristics of sepals, which are the outer parts of a flower that protect the petals.

Example

The sepaline structure of the flower helps to shield its delicate petals from damage.

Conversation

I just learned about sepaline flowers in class today.

Oh really? What makes them special?

They're unique because of their sepaline features that protect the petals.

That sounds interesting! I never knew flowers had such specific traits.

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Root Explanation

This word originates from Latin 'sepalum', meaning a part of a flower that protects the petals. The term 'sepaline' refers to something related to or resembling sepals, which are the outer parts of a flower that encase the petals.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sepal' as the protective part of a flower, and remember that 'sepaline' describes something related to those protective flower parts.

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