Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

falcation

Noun
/fælˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of bending or curving like a sickle.
Examples
  • The falcation of the leaves allows them to capture more sunlight.
  • In botany, the falcation of certain petals can affect pollination.
  • The artist used falcation in the design to create a dynamic movement in the sculpture.
Meaning
Falcation refers to a curvature or shape resembling that of a sickle or a curved object. It is often used in botanical or anatomical contexts to describe structures that are curved.
Synonyms
  • Curvature
  • Bending
  • Arc
  • Sickle-shaped