Acropetal Definition
ə-krŏpĭ-tl
adjective
Of or relating to the development or maturation of tissues or organs or the movement of substances, such as hormones, from the base toward the apex.
American Heritage
Developing or moving from the base of the stem toward the apex.
Webster's New World
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Origin of Acropetal
acro- + -petal
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