Definition

Describing something that does not have lobes or divisions, often used in reference to leaves or other plant parts.

Example

The unlobed leaves of the plant are smooth and oval-shaped.

Conversation

Have you seen the new plant I bought for my room?

Yeah, I noticed it has really unlobed leaves.

I think it makes it look quite unique, don’t you?

Definitely! It adds a nice touch to the space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unlobed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "lobed" (from the root "lobe" which comes from Latin "lobus", meaning a rounded projection or division). The word "unlobed" means not having lobes or rounded projections.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having 'rounded divisions' ('lobed') — that's why unlobed means without lobes.

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