Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
filipendulous
Adjective
/ˌfɪlɪˈpɛndjʊləs/
Definition
Having a threadlike stalk or filament.
Examples
- The filipendulous nature of the spider’s silk allows it to catch prey effortlessly.
- In botanical terms, the filipendulous structure of the plant’s flower gives it an elegant appearance.
Meaning
The term describes something that is suspended or hanging by a thread or slender part.
Synonyms
- Threadlike
- Filamentous
- Suspended
