Associations to the word «Circinate»

Wiktionary

CIRCINATE, adjective. (botany) Used of leaves or similar parts that are coiled on themselves from the apex toward their base.
CIRCINATE, adjective. (medicine) Round or ring-shaped, particularly with distinct margins forming some sort of motive; annular.

Dictionary definition

CIRCINATE, adjective. Shaped like a ring.

Wise words

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