hypogeal

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek ὑπόγειος (hupógeios) +‎ -al.

Adjective

hypogeal (comparative more hypogeal, superlative most hypogeal)

  1. Existing or growing underground
  2. (botany, of a cotyledon) Remaining under the surface of the ground after having germinated

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Derived terms

  • hypogeally

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