ABSCISIC ACID


Meaning of ABSCISIC ACID in English

[ ab'sɪsɪk ]

■ noun Biochemistry a plant hormone which promotes leaf detachment, induces seed and bud dormancy, and inhibits germination.

Origin

1960s: from abscission .

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