foliole

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. One of the distinct parts of a compound leaf; a leaflet.
  2. A small leaf-like outgrowth from the thallus of a foliose lichen.

Word forms

foliole folioles

Etymology

Diminutive of Latin folium (“leaf”). Compare French foliole.

Derived words

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