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dehiscence

The correct spelling is dehiscence.

How to pronounce dehiscence

noun

IPA: /dɪˈhɪsəns/

Say it like: Deh-iss-ens-e

The correct spelling is dehiscence. Opening of an organ by its own means (such as an anther or a seed pod) to release its contents.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Opening of an organ by its own means (such as an anther or a seed pod) to release its contents.
  2. 2.A rupture, as with a surgical wound opening up, often with a flow of serous fluid.
  3. 3.Opening, gaping, in a general sense.

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