Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reflexed
adjective
/ˈrɪflɛkst/
Definition
Reflexed refers to a state in which something is bent back or turned towards itself.
Examples
- The reflexed petals of the flower made it difficult to see its central structure.
- In some species of plants, the leaves are reflexed to reduce water loss.
- During the examination, the botanist noted the reflexed appearance of the leaves, indicating adaptation to their environment.
Meaning
In botany, it describes parts of a plant, such as leaves or petals, that are in a position where they are folded backward or turned downwards.
Synonyms
- bent
- folded
- turned back
