Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

connation

noun

kə-ˈnā-shən

Definition

The union or fusion of different parts in an organism or entity.

Examples

The connation of flower petals can affect how pollinators access the plant’s reproductive structures.
In some species, connation helps improve reproductive efficiency by ensuring that pollen is more effectively transferred.

Meaning

In a biological context, connation refers to the condition where similar organs or parts of a plant or organism are fused together, usually at their bases.