Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tendril
noun
ˈtɛn.drəl
Definition
A tendril is a slender, threadlike stem or appendage of a climbing plant that curls around a support to help the plant climb.
Examples
- The vine wrapped its tendrils around the trellis for support.
- She observed the delicate tendrils reaching out from the plant seeking something to cling to.
- As the sun set, the tendrils of the ivy created intriguing shadows on the wall.
Meaning
Tendrils serve to anchor climbing plants, enabling them to grow upward or outward, and often contribute to the plant’s ability to gather sunlight.
Synonyms
- climbing stem
- whip
- spiral
