FASCIATED


Meaning of FASCIATED in English

[ 'faʃɪeɪtɪd , -ɪətɪd ]

■ adjective Botany showing abnormal fusion of parts, resulting in a flattened ribbon-like structure.

Derivatives

fasciation noun

Origin

C18 (in the sense 'striped, banded'): from L. fasciat- , fasciare 'swathe' + -ed 1 .

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