First Known Use: circa 1797
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caudex
noun cau·dex \ˈkȯ-ˌdeks\
plural cau·di·ces \ˈkȯ-də-ˌsēz\ or cau·dex·es
Definition of CAUDEX
1
: the stem of a palm or tree fern
2
: the woody base of a perennial plant
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Origin of CAUDEX
Latin, tree trunk or stem
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