ABAXIAL - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

facing away from the axis of an organ or organism

Example: the abaxial surface of a leaf is the underside or side facing away from the stem

Synonyms

Dorsal, Abaxial

Antonyms

Adaxial

🔗 Related Words

ab- – A related word in the same word family.

axial – A related word in the same word family.

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