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dehisce

The correct spelling is dehisce.

How to pronounce dehisce

verb

IPA: /dɪˈhɪs/

Say it like: Deh-iss-e

The correct spelling is dehisce. To burst or split open at definite places, discharging seeds, pollen or similar content. For example: "Anthers dehisce when the flower opens."

Usage Examples

Anthers dehisce when the flower opens.

A surgical wound may partially or completely dehisce after surgery, depending upon whether some or all of the layers of tissue come open.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To burst or split open at definite places, discharging seeds, pollen or similar content.
  2. 2.To rupture or break open, as a surgical wound.

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