Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
patulent
Adjective
/ˈpatʃələnt/
Definition
Patulent refers to something that is spreading out or opening widely, often used in relation to plants or their parts.
Examples
- The patulent petals of the flower opened up to greet the sunlight.
- In spring, various plants exhibit patulent leaves that capture more sunlight.
- Patulent structures can be observed in many types of flowering plants.
Meaning
The term is used to describe the characteristic of being extended or flared, particularly in botanical contexts.
Synonyms
- Spreading
- Expanded
- Flared
